Joseph L. Goldstein

Nobel Prize-winning biochemist

Joseph L. Goldstein - Nobel Prize-winning biochemist
Born

April 18th, 1940
85 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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An American biochemist and geneticist contributed to understanding cholesterol metabolism. Collaborative research with Michel Brown led to the discovery of the low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptor pathway, which has significant implications for cardiovascular health. This research formed the basis for developing cholesterol-lowering therapies and advancing knowledge in lipid biochemistry. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1985 for work on cell surface receptors and cholesterol regulation.

Discovered low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptors

Conducted research with Michel Brown

Received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1985

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