Marshall W. Nirenberg

Prix

1. 1967

   Prix international Canada Gairdner

   Biologie

   In recognition of his contributions to our understanding of the mechanisms of protein synthesis. His work demonstrated the validity of concepts of the role of various nucleic acid species in the cell. He initiated and pursued studies which eventually led to a complete understanding of the chemical basis of the genetic code.

2. 1968

   Prix Lasker — Prix Albert Lasker pour la recherche médicale fondamentale

   Biologie

   For deciphering the genetic code.

3. 1968

   prix Nobel — Médecine

   Biologie

   for their interpretation of the genetic code and its function in protein synthesis