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Sir Ernest Kennaway: Cancer Research Pioneer by nicole.elizabeth.kaufmann is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Sir Ernest Laurence Kennaway was a British pathologist known for his groundbreaking research on carcinogenic substances, particularly in coal tar and synthetic chemicals. He discovered the first pure compound to show cancer-causing activity and contributed to the understanding of the link between smoking and lung cancer. Kennaway served as the director of the Institute of Cancer Research until his retirement in 1946 and was awarded the Royal Medal in 1941 for his contributions to the field.
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