Sir John Sulston

Sir John Sulston was a renowned British biologist known for his groundbreaking work on human development at the cellular level. He played a key role in mapping the complete set of human genes, known as the human genome, which helps us understand how our bodies grow and function. His research has advanced genetics and contributed to medical progress, including cancer and genetic disease studies. Sulston was also dedicated to ethical issues in genetics and promoting scientific responsibility. His efforts earned him numerous awards, including the Nobel Prize, helping to make genetics more understandable and accessible to everyone.