Born
February 1, 1952
New York City, United States
Died
August 24, 2016
Eugene, United States
Known for
American biochemist
Roger Y. Tsien (1952–2016) was United States best known for American biochemist.
Roger Y. Tsien (February 1, 1952 – August 24, 2016) was an American biochemist. He shared the 2008 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on green fluorescent protein, which allowed scientists to observe molecular processes in living cells. His innovations continue to illuminate biological research.
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Roger Y. Tsien died on August 24, 2016 in Eugene, United States, at the age of 64.
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Roger Y. Tsien was born in New York City, United States on February 1, 1952.
What is Roger Y. Tsien best known for?
Roger Y. Tsien is best known for American biochemist.
How old was Roger Y. Tsien when they died?
Roger Y. Tsien was 64 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Roger Y. Tsien?
Roger Y. Tsien was from United States.
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