Michel Lazdunski

Michel Lazdunski is a Professor at the Medical School of the University of Nice - Sophia Antipolis. He has held significant roles including Founder of the CNRS Institute of Molecular and Cell Pharmacology (1989-2003), Director of the CNRS Center for Biochemistry in Nice (1973-1989), and Research Leader at CNRS Center for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (1967-1973).

• 1964 - Doctorate in Biochemistry
• 1962 - Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry

His research focuses on the structure and function of enzymes (biocatalysts) and ion transporters and channels. These areas intersect with biochemistry, molecular biology, and pharmacology, highlighting his contributions to understanding enzymatic mechanisms and cellular transport systems.

Lazdunski has received numerous accolades, including:

• CNRS Silver Medal (1976)
• Grand Prix of the French Academy of Sciences (1983)
• International Society for Cardiac Research Award (1984)
• Member of Academia Europaea (1989)
• Bristol-Myers Foundation Neuroscience Award (1991)
• Member of the French Academy of Sciences (1991)
• Member of the Belgian Royal Academy of Medicine (1991)
• CNRS Gold Medal (2000)
• Ernst Jung Medal for Medicine in Gold (2011)

His career spans over four decades, with leadership roles in prominent research institutions and sustained recognition for groundbreaking work in molecular and cellular pharmacology.