The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their groundbreaking discovery of microRNA and its regulatory role in gene expression.
This small RNA molecule controls various cellular functions by modulating gene expression, marking a major advance in our understanding of genetic regulation.
Ambros and Ruvkun’s findings have opened new avenues in genetic and medical research, shedding light on the molecular mechanisms behind diseases such as cancer, neurological disorders, and metabolic conditions. The discovery of microRNA offers significant potential for developing new therapies, allowing for more targeted treatments by influencing gene expression pathways.
Recognized by the Nobel Committee as a “revolutionary breakthrough” in gene expression, this discovery has profoundly impacted biomedical sciences, providing critical insights into cellular processes and enhancing genetic research.
Published on: 7 October 2024Source: The Nobel Prize
Edited on: 7 October 2024