Ernst Knobil

Ernst Knobil
Born	September 20, 1926 Berlin, Germany
Died	April 13, 2000
Nationality	US
Occupation	endocrinologist
Known for	neuroendocrine studies of puberty
Awards	Dickson Prize (1990)

Ernst Knobil (September 20, 1926 - April 13, 2000) was a scientist known for his studies of endocrinology.^[1]

Knobil's research into hormonal regulation in primates led to his discovery of growth hormone's species-specific effects. These discoveries led to the first treatment of Growth hormone deficiency.

Knobil is also credited with discovering the key role of pulsatile Gonadotropin-releasing hormone and estrogen feedback during the menstrual cycle. This work today forms the basis of reproductive endocrinology and enabled development of the world's first hormonal contraceptives.

In addition to being the author of 217 scientific papers, he was the editor of several reference books in endocrinology and reproduction, including The Handbook of Physiology (1974), The Physiology of Reproduction (1988, 1994), and The Encyclopedia of Reproduction (1998). In addition to his numerous scientific contributions, Ernst was a visionary leader in the field of endocrinology and a wonderful mentor and friend to the many people who were privileged to work closely with him.(1)

References

Edited by:Jimmy D. Neill, Ph.D., Tony M. Plant, Ph.D., Donald W. Pfaff, Ph.D., John R.G. Challis, D.Sc., F.R.S.C., David M. de Kretser, M.D., A.O., JoAnne S. Richards, Ph.D., and Paul M. Wassarman, Ph.D. ISBN 978-0-12-515400-0

Bibliography

Authority control	WorldCat Identities VIAF: 24665388 LCCN: n85312918 ISNI: 0000 0001 1608 9220 GND: 172190967 SUDOC: 031753884 BNF: cb122910675 (data)

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