Randy Schekman

Randy Schekman is a renowned American cell biologist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2013, along with James Rothman and Thomas Südhof, for his discoveries about the process cells use to transport materials internally. He identified key proteins called "coat proteins" that help form vesicles—tiny bubbles that carry molecules within cells. His work has advanced understanding of how cells function and communicate, providing important insights into health and disease mechanisms, including cancer and neurological disorders. Schekman’s research has helped illuminate fundamental cellular processes that are essential for life.