Jack Gauldie, C.M.
Hamilton, Ontario
Jack Gauldie is renowned for his breakthroughs that have shed light on the factors causing body tissue inflammation. An immunologist and expert in the field of gene therapy, he was the first to identify molecules linked to the regulation of the immune system and communication between cells. He then developed the innovative idea to use adenoviruses to deliver these molecules throughout the body, effectively elevating gene therapy to a science in its own right. His studies have had an international impact and have led to several clinical treatments, including cancer vaccines.