Who died in December 2012

Italian neurobiologist and Nobel laureate who co-discovered nerve growth factor, a key molecule for cell development and survival

Indian sitar virtuoso and composer who globalized Indian classical music, influencing countless artists and receiving India's highest civilian honor, the Bharat Ratna

American singer, songwriter, and businesswoman known as the top-selling female artist in regional Mexican music

Brazilian architect known for designing civic buildings for Brasília and his influential exploration of reinforced concrete aesthetics