Oct. 10, 2024
Biochemist David Baker was named a Nobel Prize recipient yesterday (Oct. 9). The computational biologist, professor of biochemistry at the University of Washington School of Medicine, and director of the UW Medicine Institute for Protein Design has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work in computational protein design. By harnessing the power of computing, Baker has transformed biological research.
“On behalf of the NanoES community, I congratulate David on receiving the Nobel Prize,” said Karl Böhringer, director of the Institute for Nano-Engineered Systems (NanoES) and professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Bioengineering. “This incredible achievement highlights the pioneering work of the Institute for Protein Design and serves as a testament to the transformative potential of scientific innovation. At NanoES, we are proud of our collaborative efforts with David and the IPD team, which continues to push the boundaries of nanoengineering and synthetic biology.”
The NanoES community looks forward to the continued impact of these partnerships on science and society.
Read more about the research that led to Baker’s recognition.