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Manuel Elkin Patarroyo was born in Ataco, Tolima, Colombia. -
He entered the National University of Colombia to study medicine, showing early interest in immunology and infectious diseases. -
He established the Instituto de Inmunología in Bogotá to promote biomedical research in Colombia. -
Patarroyo developed the first synthetic malaria vaccine, marking a global scientific milestone. -
This Spanish award recognized his contribution to global science and humanitarian spirit. -
Recognized for his contribution to public health and the fight against malaria. -
Despite controversies, he continued researching new generations of synthetic vaccines at the Colombian Institute of Immunology. -
Honored for his ethical and humanitarian scientific work. -
Patarroyo passed away in Bogotá, leaving a lasting legacy in immunology and science education.