John Kendrew

John Kendrew was a notable biophysicist best known for his pioneering work in understanding the structure of proteins using X-ray crystallography. His most significant achievement came in the early 1960s when he contributed to the first successful determination of the structure of myoglobin, a protein that helps store oxygen in muscle cells. This breakthrough provided insights into how proteins function and interact in living organisms. Kendrew's work laid the foundation for modern structural biology, influencing research in various fields, including medicine and biochemistry, and earning him a Nobel Prize in 1962 alongside Max Perutz.