Robert W. Holley

Robert W. Holley was an American biochemist best known for his pioneering work in understanding the genetic code. He helped uncover how sequences of nucleotides in RNA translate into the amino acids that form proteins. His research was instrumental in revealing the mechanisms of protein synthesis, which is fundamental to biology. Holley shared the 1968 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his contributions. His work provided critical insights into molecular biology, shaping our understanding of how genetic information directs cell function and development.