Awards for Basic Research These scientists have solved some of the greatest biological mysteries of the twentieth century.
	Awards for Clinical Research As medical research has sought treatments and cures for such intractable afflictions as HIV/AIDS, Parkinson's and cancer, these researchers have been in the vanguard.
	Special Achievement Awards These scientists have solved some of the greatest biological mysteries of the twentieth century.
	Awards for Public Service What do statesman Tip O'Neill and advice columnist Ann Landers have in common with the World Health Organization? All have been honored by the Lasker Foundation.
	The Lasker/Nobel Connection An astonishing number of Lasker awardees go on to win a Nobel prize. No wonder the Lasker Award is know as "the American Nobel."

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