Early in his career Dr. Hartwell's remarkable and visionary research was conducted on baker's yeast — a simple life form that was not previously known to be a good model for understanding the complexity of human cells. That research led to a landmark discovery that yielded practical implications for our understanding of human life and the eradication of cancer.
Today, Dr. Hartwell provides the same visionary leadership at the Hutchinson Center that led to his groundbreaking discovery. Dr. Hartwell's interests include the enormous potential of recent advances in genetics and biochemistry to benefit cancer patients. He believes that major improvements in quality of life and increased survival for cancer patients can be gained through advances in the prevention, detection and treatment of cancer.
Dr. Hartwell is the recipient of many national and international scientific awards, including the 2001 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine. Other honors include the Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award, the Gairdner Foundation International Award and the Alfred P. Sloan Award in cancer research. He is also a member of the National Academy of Sciences.
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