Clarin Three scientists today received the Nobel Prize in Medicine for their research on the immune system. Their studies opened new avenues to recommend new means of prevention and treatment of infections, cancer and inflammations. The Stockholm Karolinska Institute reported American Bruce Beutler and Frenchman Jules Hoffmann share the prestigious $ 1.5 million prize with Canada's Ralph Steinman. Beutler and Hoffmann were noted for "their discoveries about the activation of innate immunity." Steinman was awarded "for his discovery of the dendritic cell and its role in the modified immunity." "This year's Nobel laureates revolutionized our understanding of the immune system by uncovering key clues to its activation," the committee said. As detailed, Beutler and Hoffmann will share one-half of the award for their work on the innate immune system. While Steinman was noted for his research on the immune system of adaptation. On the other hand, tomorrow will be awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics, on Wednesday the Chemistry and Thursday the Literature. The awards ceremony will be held on December 10. Source: Clarin