EMBO Associate Member

Dieter Söll

Yale University, New Haven | United States

EMBO 2004

The versatility of the genetic code

The recurring theme of Söll's research is the understanding of the role of transfer RNA and aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases in interpreting the genetic code. Currently he is working on expanding the genetic code in the realm of synthetic biology.

Keywords: Functional genomics of aminoacyl-tRNA synthesis / extremophiles / expansion of the genetic code

Subject area(s): Microbiology, Virology & Pathogens | Proteins & Biochemistry | RNA