THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

Susumu Tonegawa

Japanese biologist, neuroscientist (1939–2026)

Susumu Tonegawa has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists September 5, 1939 in Nagoya, Japan.

Born

September 5, 1939

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: July 11, 2026

Source:

No external source identified

Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.

Birthplace
Nagoya, Japan
Professions
scientist, molecular biologist, university teacher, neuroscientist, immunologist, chemist, physician, geneticist, professor
Citizenship
Japan

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: September 5, 1939 (No external source identified) or September 6, 1939 (No external source identified).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

September 6, 1939

Precision: day · Rank: normal

    No external source identified

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    All birth date sources

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    Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record

    Questions people ask

    Where was Susumu Tonegawa born?

    Susumu Tonegawa was born in Nagoya, Japan.

    When did Susumu Tonegawa die?

    Susumu Tonegawa died on July 11, 2026.