Efraim Racker Scientist

Efraim Racker (June 28, 1913 – September 9, 1991) was an Austrian biochemist who was responsible for identifying and purifying Factor 1 (F1), the first part of the ATP synthase enzyme to be characterised. F1 is only a part of a larger ATP synthase complex known as Complex V. It is a peripheral membrane protein attached to component Fo, which is integral to the membrane.

Personal facts

Birth dateJune 28, 1913
Birth place
Poland , Nowy Sącz
Nationality
Austria
Date of deathSeptember 09, 1991
Place of death
Syracuse New York
Known for
ATP synthase

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