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n. - United States pathologist who discovered viruses that cause tumors (1879-1970).

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  • The team studied a chicken virus called Rous sarcoma virus that causes cancer in chickens and is similar to HIV.
  • The team studied a chicken virus called Rous sarcoma virus, which is similar to HIV and causes cancer in chickens.
  • He there calls Rous his "much honoured friend."
  • He there calls Rous his “much honoured friend.”
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