In recognizing Paul M Nurse for identifying key proteins regulating cell cycle transitions, the 2001 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine highlighted a significant contribution. His genetic studies of yeast demonstrated conserved controls underlying reproduction of human cells.
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Paul M Nurse
Nobel Prize history for Paul M Nurse based on the award records stored in the World History Database.
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1 distinct award entry or entries in the World History Database.
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