Frank Young (biochemist)
Frank Young (Biochemist)
Frank Young (Template:IPA-en) is a renowned biochemist known for his significant contributions to the field of molecular biology and genetics.
Etymology
The name "Frank" is of Germanic origin, derived from the term "frank" which means "free". The surname "Young" is of English origin and typically refers to the younger of two bearers of the same personal name.
Career
Frank Young began his career as a research scientist after completing his PhD in Biochemistry. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of protein structure and function, and the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions. His work has also extended to the study of gene expression and regulation.
Related Terms
- Biochemistry: The branch of science concerned with the chemical and physicochemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms.
- Molecular Biology: The branch of biology that deals with the structure and function of the macromolecules essential to life.
- Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
- Research Scientist: A scientist who conducts research, usually in a laboratory, to advance knowledge in a specific area.
- PhD: A Doctor of Philosophy is the most common degree at the highest academic level awarded following a course of study.
- Protein Structure: The three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in an amino acid-chain molecule.
- Enzymes: Proteins that act as biological catalysts.
- Gene Expression: The process by which information from a gene is used in the synthesis of a functional gene product.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Frank Young (biochemist)
- Wikipedia's article - Frank Young (biochemist)
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