What was the main discovery Baruj Benacerraf was recognized for?
Discovery of penicillin
Discovery of insulin
Discovery of major histocompatibility complex genes
Discovery of polio vaccine
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Baruj Benacerraf was recognized for his discovery of major histocompatibility complex genes, which are responsible for the immune system's ability to distinguish between self and non-self cells. This discovery led to a better understanding of how the immune system works and has led to the development of new treatments for autoimmune diseases and transplant rejection.
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