Marshall W Nirenberg

Marshall W. Nirenberg

Marshall W Nirenberg
PhD N
1927-2010
Bethesda, MD, USA
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  • 1967 Winner

    Canada Gairdner International Award

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In recognition of his contributions to our understanding of the mechanisms of protein synthesis. His work demonstrated the validity of concepts of the role of various nucleic acid species in the cell. He initiated and pursued studies which eventually led to a complete understanding of the chemical basis of the genetic code.

† 1927-2010