Discoveries that save lives: Nobel laureate Ignarro in focus!

From 6. to January 10, the Global Young Scientists Summit took place in Singapore, in which over 340 young scientists took part. This event offers emerging scientists a platform to exchange ideas and learn from established experts.

Among the prominent speakers was Professor Louis Ignarro, a Nobel laureate who spoke about his significant discovery in the field of nitrogen monoxide. This discovery has decisive applications in medicine, especially in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and impotence. Ignarro, who is known as the "father of Viagra", made it clear that he was not directly involved in the development of the medication and received no royalties for it.

other highlights of the summit

Another important contribution came from Professor Joan B. Rose, who worked in a team that lost in 1998 during a project for wastewater treatment in Singapore. Despite this setback, she was appointed an independent advisory committee and has worked on safe water solutions for Singapore for 25 years.

Dame Sue Black, a leading forensic scientist, also shared her experiences. Her grandmother had informed her early about death and advised her to see him as a friend. Black remembered her early experience with dealing with blood because she helped her father prepare animals for dinner.

The relevance of Ignarros Research goes beyond the current applications. As the Los Angeles Times reported, Ignarro was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1998 for his discovery of nitrogen monoxide. This discovery has initiated the development of new medication, including Viagra, and has an impact on the treatment of newborns with high blood pressure in the lungs.

In addition to the practical applications of nitrogen monoxide, Ignarros results have also revolutionized the understanding of signal transmissions in the human body. His work has triggered a wave of research activities and created the basis for innovative therapeutic approaches that may also include new treatments for heart diseases and cancer.

The discovery of nitrogen monoxide has the potential to promote the development of further medication, and was recognized in 1992 by the magazine Science as "Moleküule of the Year".

For more information about the Global Young Scientists Summit and the articles of the scientists you can read. Further details on the discovery of nitrogen monoxide and its influence on medicine can be found in the Los Angeles Times .