Richard L. Landau
American endocrinologist and academic
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Richard L. Landau (June 22, 1916 – November 3, 2015) was a leader in endocrinology research at the University of Chicago. He published more than 90 papers and served as a member of the editorial board at the Journal of the American Medical Association.[2] Landau was also a long time editor of "Perspectives in Biology and Medicine" journal.[citation needed]
June 22, 1916
Richard Landau | |
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| Born | Richard L. Landau June 22, 1916 |
| Died | November 3, 2015 (aged 99)[1] |
| Alma mater | Washington University in St. Louis |
| Occupation | Physician-scientist |
| Employer | University of Chicago |
| Known for | Endocrinology research |
| Spouse | Claire Schmuckel |
| Children | 2 |
| Family | David Axelrod (son-in-law) |
Biography
Landau was born to a Jewish family, the son of Amelia and Milton Landau.[3] His mother was an activist who fought for woman's suffrage, served as the chair of a chapter of the ACLU, and hosted social worker Jane Addams at her home; his father operated a linen-rental company.[3] He graduated with an M.D. from Washington University School of Medicine, and in 1940 he worked under Allan Kenyon at the University of Chicago.[3] During World War II he served as a doctor in the Pacific Theater.[3]
Personal life
In 1944, he married his secretary Claire Schmuckel; they had two children. His son-in-law is David Axelrod.[3]
