microRNA

Nobel Prize in Physiology 2024 Awarded for Groundbreaking MicroRNA Research

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to American scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their groundbreaking research on microRNA, which is crucial for gene expression regulation. Their work reveals how microRNAs control cellular differentiation, impacting the development of complex life forms. This recognition underscores the importance of microRNA in health and disease, paving the way for potential therapeutic advancements.