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Jonathan King, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has dedicated decades to the study of protein folding and misfolding, with a particular focus on conditions leading to diseases such as cataracts. His research emphasizes the importance of properly folding proteins for biological functionality and investigates the structural assembly of bacteriophages. King has been a passionate advocate for biomedical research funding, often critiquing excessive military spending and highlighting the need for federal investments in the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. He has chaired the annual 'Reducing the Threat of Nuclear War' conference at MIT and led the Nuclear Disarmament Working Group at Massachusetts Peace Action, emphasizing his commitment to global safety and public policy. Although he is no longer accepting new students, his work continues to influence the field of biology and public health policies.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
Conducting research on protein folding and advocating for biomedical research funding.