Bonnie Mathieson
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Thesis | Selective expression of surface components on differentiated cells of the mouse (1976) |
Bonnie Jean Mathieson (May 10, 1945 – January 8, 2018) was an American biomedical scientist and pioneer in HIV vaccine research. Mathieson worked at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for 43 years. She played a fundamental role in NIH HIV/AIDS research, vaccine programs, and scientific policy.
Early life and education
Mathieson was born May 10, 1945. She was the oldest of seven siblings. They were raised on a farm in
Career
Mathieson researched T and B lymphocytes at
Awards and honors
Mathieson routinely received performance awards during her tenure at NIH. She won an Alumnus Award from Weill Cornell Medical College.[3]
Personal life
Mathieson was married to Donald and had a daughter and son. She died unexpectedly on January 8, 2018, while snorkeling in Aruba when she had a massive heart attack.[3] A memorial service was held at the Woodend.[1] Mathieson was survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and five siblings. She was preceded in death by one sister.[3]
References
- ^ a b "BONNIE JEAN MATHIESON, PhD". The Washington Post. January 21, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2019 – via Legacy.com.
- ^ a b c d "Bonnie Mathieson, PhD". Virology Education. Retrieved February 13, 2019.
- ^ a b c d e f g Patterson, L. Jean (March 9, 2018). "Longtime Scientist, Administrator Mathieson Mourned". The NIH Record. Retrieved February 14, 2019. This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
- OCLC 614389594.
- S2CID 52821191.