What was Nirenberg's nationality?
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American biochemist Marshall Nirenberg was awarded the 1968 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his work on the genetic code, specifically for his role in deciphering the genetic code and understanding how DNA directs protein synthesis. Nirenberg's research helped lay the foundation for modern molecular biology and biotechnology.
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