Guy Dodson
Biochemist and academic researcher
Born
January 13th, 1937
88 years ago
Died
2012
13 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
New Zealand
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Contributed to the field of biochemistry with a focus on enzyme mechanisms. Worked as a professor at the University of Oxford, where research centered on understanding enzymes and their functions. Published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals and collaborated with various institutions worldwide. Played a significant role in mentoring the next generation of scientists through academic programs and conferences.
Conducted research on enzyme mechanisms
Published influential papers in biochemistry
Served as a professor at the University of Oxford
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