Har Gobind Khorana
Har Gobind Khorana (pronunciation: hɑːr goʊˈbɪnd kɔːˈrɑːnə) was an Indian-American biochemist renowned for his work in the field of DNA and RNA. His research contributed significantly to the understanding of the genetic code and its function in protein synthesis.
Etymology
The name Har Gobind Khorana is of Indian origin. Har Gobind means "Lord of the World" in Punjabi, while Khorana is a common surname in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan.
Biography
Har Gobind Khorana was born in 1922 in Raipur, a small village in the Punjab region, which is now part of Pakistan. He moved to England for higher studies and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Liverpool. Khorana then moved to the United States, where he conducted most of his notable research.
In 1968, Khorana was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his work on the interpretation of the genetic code and its function in protein synthesis. He shared the prize with Robert W. Holley and Marshall W. Nirenberg.
Research
Khorana's research focused on the structure and function of DNA and RNA, and how these molecules control the synthesis of proteins within the cell. He is credited with constructing the first synthetic gene, a significant milestone in the field of molecular biology.
Legacy
Khorana's work has had a profound impact on the field of molecular biology, paving the way for further research into the genetic code and its role in protein synthesis. His contributions have also had significant implications for the understanding and treatment of genetic diseases.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Har Gobind Khorana
- Wikipedia's article - Har Gobind Khorana
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