Robert Furchgott

Robert Furchgott was a renowned American biochemist who, in 1998, was awarded the Nobel Prize for discovering nitric oxide’s role as a signaling molecule in the body. His research revealed how nitric oxide helps blood vessels relax and widen, improving circulation. This breakthrough advanced understanding of cardiovascular health and led to new treatments for diseases like hypertension. Furchgott’s work is fundamental in biochemistry and medicine, highlighting how small molecules communicate within our bodies to maintain health.