About

Born in Turkey in 1946, Sancar studied medicine at Istanbul University before pursuing a PhD in the United States. He joined the faculty of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1982 and has been conducting groundbreaking research on the molecular mechanisms of DNA repair ever since. Sancar's discoveries have provided invaluable insights into how cells repair damage to their DNA, a process that is critical for preventing the development of diseases such as cancer. His work on nucleotide excision repair and photolyase has revolutionized the field of molecular biology and has significant implications for the development of new therapies. In addition to the Nobel Prize, Sancar has received numerous other awards and honors for his contributions to science. He is also a member of prestigious scientific organizations such as the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Sancar's research continues to have a profound impact on our understanding of DNA repair and its importance in maintaining genomic stability.