Thomas C. Südhof
Biochemist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
December 22nd, 1955
69 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A German-American biochemist and academic, made significant contributions to the understanding of synaptic transmission. Conducted research focusing on the molecular mechanisms of neurotransmitter release. Shared the 2013 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discoveries regarding vesicle traffic, specifically for work on how signaling occurs in the nervous system. Held a faculty position at Stanford University, where extensive research on the role of synaptic proteins in communication between nerve cells took place.
Shared the 2013 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
Conducted research on synaptic transmission
Investigated molecular mechanisms of neurotransmitter release
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