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1986

April 30, 2024

Dr. Hamao Umezawa, the MCRF founder, passed away at the age of 72 years. He was an internationally respected researcher in the fields of medicine, biology, pharmacology, and organic chemistry. His major achievements include the discovery of kanamycin, bleomycin, and kasugamycin are used to promote human health and welfare.