Michael Levitt

Michael Levitt is a prominent scientist known for his work in molecular biophysics and computational biophysics. He uses mathematical models and computer simulations to study biological molecules, such as proteins and nucleic acids, to understand their structure and behavior. His research has significantly advanced the field of structural biology, helping to explain how these molecules function in living organisms. Levitt was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2013 for his contributions to developing methods that enable detailed simulations of molecular systems, paving the way for discoveries in drug design and other areas of biomedical research.