Charles Yanofsky

Charles Yanofsky was a pioneering geneticist known for uncovering how genes determine physical traits. He identified the relationship between specific DNA sequences and the proteins they produce, demonstrating that genes are responsible for shaping characteristics. His work on the bacterium *Escherichia coli* helped establish core principles of genetics and gene function, laying groundwork for understanding how genetic information is encoded and expressed in all living organisms. Yanofsky’s research significantly advanced molecular biology, providing insight into the fundamental processes that drive heredity and biological development.