Carol W. Greider
Molecular biologist, Nobel Prize winner
Born
April 15th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A molecular biologist focused on telomere research, contributed significantly to the understanding of chromosome protection. Conducted pioneering work on the enzyme telomerase, discovering its role in maintaining telomeres. This research has implications for cancer biology and aging. Co-authored notable papers that advanced the field of genetics and molecular biology.
Won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2009
Discovered telomerase and its connection to telomeres
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