Robert W. Holley

Biochemist, Nobel Prize laureate

Robert W. Holley - Biochemist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born

January 28th, 1922
103 years ago

Died

February 11th, 1993
32 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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An American biochemist contributed to the understanding of nucleic acids. Pioneered work in RNA and played a key role in the discovery of transfer RNA (tRNA) structure and function. Published significant research that advanced molecular biology and genetics. In 1968, received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine alongside two other scientists for their discoveries concerning the biological effects of nucleic acids.

Discovered transfer RNA (tRNA) structure

Won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1968

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