Emil J. Freireich

Emil J. Freireich
Born(1927-03-16)March 16, 1927
Chicago, Illinois, US
DiedFebruary 1, 2021(2021-02-01) (aged 93)
Houston, Texas, US
Alma mater
Known forcombination chemotherapy
Scientific career
FieldsOncology
Institutions

Emil J. Freireich (March 16, 1927 – February 1, 2021)[1] was an American hematologist, oncologist, and cancer biologist. He was recognized as a pioneer in the treatment of cancer and use of chemotherapy and is often known as the father of modern leukemia therapy.[2]

  1. ^ "Interview with Emil J. Freireich" (PDF). NCI Oral History Project. Bethesda, Maryland: National Cancer Institute. June 19, 1997. Archived from the original (PDF) on January 7, 2020. Retrieved February 3, 2021.
  2. ^ "Pediatric Leukemia Pioneer Emil J. Freireich Dies at 93". OncLive. February 2, 2021. Retrieved February 4, 2021.