Noriko Nakagawa
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Noriko Nakagawa is a leading structural biologist whose work has fundamentally advanced our understanding of the thermophilic bacterium *Thermus thermophilus* HB8. Her research centers on structural genomics, protein crystallography, and the molecular mechanisms of thermostable enzymes. Nakagawa’s most notable contribution is her pioneering development of high-throughput crystallization screening methods, which were essential for the structural genomics of *T. thermophilus* HB8. Her landmark 2008 paper, which has garnered 29 citations, details the use of three specialized robots—the HTS-80, Crystal Finder, and TERA—to efficiently crystallize a vast number of proteins. This systematic approach enabled the rapid determination of three-dimensional structures for hundreds of proteins, providing a critical resource for understanding thermostability and protein function. Nakagawa’s work has had a lasting impact on the field, streamlining the process of structural determination and accelerating discoveries in extremophile biology. Her achievements exemplify how innovative methodology can unlock new frontiers in molecular science.
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