Biography · American biochemist and geneticist

Marshall Warren Nirenberg

1927 · 2010

Years lived
82
Photos
25
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Born

April 10, 1927

Brooklyn, United States

Died

January 15, 2010

New York City, United States

Known for

American biochemist and geneticist

Marshall Warren Nirenberg (1927–2010) was United States best known for American biochemist and geneticist.

Marshall Warren Nirenberg (April 10, 1927 – January 15, 2010) was an American biochemist and geneticist from Brooklyn. He shared a Nobel Prize for breaking the genetic code and detailing its role in protein synthesis. His work was fundamental to molecular biology.

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  • When did Marshall Warren Nirenberg die?

    Marshall Warren Nirenberg died on January 15, 2010 in New York City, United States, at the age of 82.

  • Where was Marshall Warren Nirenberg born?

    Marshall Warren Nirenberg was born in Brooklyn, United States on April 10, 1927.

  • What is Marshall Warren Nirenberg best known for?

    Marshall Warren Nirenberg is best known for American biochemist and geneticist.

  • How old was Marshall Warren Nirenberg when they died?

    Marshall Warren Nirenberg was 82 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Marshall Warren Nirenberg?

    Marshall Warren Nirenberg was from United States.

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