Christine Orengo

British academic and educator

Christine Orengo - Scientists & Innovators born June 22nd, 1955
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A prominent academic and educator, contributed significantly to the field of bioinformatics and computational biology. Played a key role in the development of databases and tools for protein structure analysis. Engaged in teaching and mentoring students, fostering research in scientific disciplines. Published numerous papers in high-impact journals, advancing the understanding of proteins and their interactions.

Contributed to the development of protein structure databases

Published extensively in bioinformatics and computational biology

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