Edward Kendall was an American biochemist and endocrinologist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1950 for his research on hormones. Synonyms for Edward Kendall include a pioneer in the study of hormones, a groundbreaking biochemist, a distinguished endocrinologist, and a Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine. He was known for his work on the isolation, purification, and synthesis of the hormone cortisone, which proved to be effective in treating a range of diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis. Kendall's research on hormones contributed significantly to the understanding of how they regulate the body's functions and led to the development of hormones as a powerful tool in medicine.