Joan Oró
Spanish biochemist (1923–2004) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Joan Oró i Florensa (Catalan pronunciation: [ʒuˈan uˈɾo]; October 26, 1923, in Lleida, Catalonia – September 2, 2004, in Barcelona, Catalonia) was a Spanish biochemist, whose research has been of importance in understanding the origin of life. He participated in several NASA missions, including Apollo mission to the Moon and the Viking lander.[1] He received the Oparin Medal, awarded by the International Astrobiology Society for his contributions to the field of origins of life.
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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Oró and the second or maternal family name is Florensa.
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Joan Oró | |
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Born | Joan Oro (1923-10-26)26 October 1923 Lleida, Spain |
Died | 2 September 2004(2004-09-02) (aged 80) Barcelona, Spain |
Citizenship | US |
Education | University of Barcelona |
Alma mater | Baylor College of Medicine. |
Known for | Research has been of importance in understanding the origin of life |
Awards | Oparin Medal |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Biochemistry |
Institutions | NASA |
Thesis | (1956) |
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