First Complete Gene Sequence
Determines the complete nucleotide sequence of a protein-coding gene.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Walter Fiers Biography and Timeline
Follow Walter Fiers through 4 dated historical records for Belgium.
Walter Fiers, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
4Distinct records
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1972–1976Years on this page
1972
MS2 Coat Protein Gene
Establishes a milestone in molecular genetics using bacteriophage RNA.
1976
First Complete Viral Genome
Completes the nucleotide sequence of an entire RNA virus genome.
MS2 Genome Sequence
Demonstrates comprehensive genetic analysis of a complete viral organism.
Records, sources and methodology
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