Max Delbruck
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A person's name: Max Delbrück was a United States biologist, born in Germany, who made significant contributions to the study of how viruses infect living cells. He was a central figure in the birth of molecular biology.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The research of Max Delbruck laid the groundwork for modern virology.
- She wrote her thesis on the historical impact of Max Delbruck and the phage group.
Advanced Usage
- Used in historical and scientific contexts to refer to the individual, his work, or the scientific principles he helped establish.
- The Max Delbruck Center for Molecular Medicine in Berlin is named in his honor.
Variants and Related Words
- Delbrück (alternative spelling): The original German spelling of the surname.
- Phage group: The informal scientific collective, including Delbrück, that studied bacteriophages.
Synonyms
- Scientist
- Biophysicist
- Molecular biologist
Related Phrases
- Delbrück's legacy: Refers to the enduring impact of his scientific work.
- The conference explored Delbrück's legacy in genetic research.
Related Idioms
- : To pursue a career or research in the field of molecular biology or virology, inspired by his work.
- As a young virologist, she aimed to follow in Delbrück's footsteps.
Noun
- United States biologist (born in Germany) who studied how viruses infect living cells (1906-1981)