George P. Smith II

George P. Smith II is an American scientist renowned for developing a technique called phage display, which uses viruses that infect bacteria (bacteriophages) to identify and evolve proteins or antibodies with specific properties. This innovation has significantly advanced drug development, especially in creating targeted therapies for diseases like cancer and autoimmune conditions. Smith's work enables scientists to rapidly discover molecules that can bind precisely to targets in the body, improving treatment precision. His contributions earned him the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2018, shared with Frances H. Arnold.