Sidney Altman
Biologist, Nobel Prize laureate in Chemistry
Born
May 7th, 1939
86 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Canada
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Born in Canada, an esteemed biologist and academic achieved significant advancements in the field of molecular biology. Conducted pioneering research on ribonuclease and demonstrated that RNA can act as a biological catalyst. As a result of this work, awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1989, sharing the honor with Thomas Cech for discoveries regarding RNA's roles in cellular processes. Contributed extensively to scientific understanding through teaching and mentorship at prestigious institutions.
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for RNA research
Conducted research demonstrating RNA's catalytic properties
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