Michael Sved Helped In Simplifying RNA

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Michael Sved Helped In Simplifying RNA
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• About Michael Sved
• Michael Sved made his name by uncovering the
  basic structure and functionality of the
  ribozyme. His work helped lay the foundation for
  a tool that has provided the means to edit genes
  on an unpredictable scale and minimum cost.
• Michael is also now for spreading the public
  debate to consider the ethical implication to
  edit human embryos.

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• Family Background
• Michael Sved was born in California
• At a very young age, he stared exploring the
  rugged volcanic landscape, beaches, and lush
  vegetation.
• Because of strong academic background, Michaels
  parents who had a strong interest in astronomy,
  geology, and evolution, encouraged his interest
  in science.

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• Michael completed his Bachelor degree in
  Chemistry from University of California. After
  his bachelor he went to Harvard University where
  he finished his biochemistry doctorate.
• His doctorate research focused on RNA. (This is a
  nucleic acid that is a cousin of DNA. It is
  present in all cells and involved in the
  synthesis of proteins)

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• Michael Sved s career
• Michael Sved has devoted his tenure to reveal the
  secret like of RNA. Using structural biology and
  biochemistry, he has depicted the structure of
  RNA and its functionality.
• His research work included
• Characterizing RNA
• Investigating RNA