Sidney Altman

Biologist, Nobel Prize laureate in Chemistry

Sidney Altman - Biologist, Nobel Prize laureate in Chemistry
Born

May 7th, 1939
85 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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