John H. Northrop

John H. Northrop was an American biochemist who made significant contributions to the field of enzymes and proteins. He is best known for developing methods to purify and characterize enzymes, which are vital for various biological processes. His work helped advance the understanding of how enzymes function, leading to applications in medicine and biotechnology. Northrop was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1946 for his groundbreaking research, which has had a lasting impact on biochemistry and molecular biology. His innovations continue to influence scientific research and industrial applications today.