Historical information

On the centenary of Sir Mac's death, his family donated his academic gowns to the University of Melbourne. Elizabeth Dexter, his daughter, is pictured with Chancellor, Sir Edward Woodward.

Significance

Sir Mac was the first University of Melbourne graduate to win a Nobel Laureate, and was Professor of Experiment Medicine at the University from 1944 to 1965.

Physical description

Sir Mac's academic gowns donated to University of Melbourne.