Anand Prasad
Science
Notable Work: Discovery of Zinc's role in human metabolism
District: siwan
Born: 1/1/1928
Died: Invalid Date
Biography
A renowned surgeon and pioneer in the study of zinc's role in human health.
Contribution
Dr. Ananda Prasad, born in Buxar and with roots in Siwan, is a world-renowned medical researcher. He is credited with the groundbreaking discovery of the essential role of zinc in human nutrition and metabolism in the 1960s. His work has had a profound impact on global health, leading to the inclusion of zinc in prenatal vitamins and the treatment of various diseases. He is a distinguished professor at Wayne State University School of Medicine.