Struther Arnott

Struther Arnott (1934–2013) was a British biophysicist and molecular biologist who made significant contributions to the field of structural biology. He served as the Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of St Andrews from 1986 to 1999.

Early life and education

Arnott was born on 23 March 1934 in Glasgow, Scotland. He attended the University of Glasgow, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry in 1956. He then went on to earn his PhD in Crystallography from the University of London in 1959.

Career

After completing his PhD, Arnott worked as a research associate at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). In 1962, he returned to the UK to join the scientific staff of the Medical Research Council (MRC) at the Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge.

In 1970, Arnott was appointed Professor of Structural Biology at the University of London. He held this position until 1986, when he was appointed Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of St Andrews. He served in this role until his retirement in 1999.

Research

Arnott's research focused on the structure of biological molecules, particularly DNA and collagen. His work on DNA contributed to the understanding of its three-dimensional structure, which is crucial for its function in the cell. His research on collagen, the main structural protein in the body, helped to elucidate its molecular structure and how it contributes to the strength and flexibility of tissues.

Honours and awards

Arnott was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1976. He was also awarded the Biochemical Society's Colworth Medal in 1972 for his contributions to structural biology.

Death

Arnott died on 5 June 2013 at the age of 79.

See also

• Structural biology
• DNA
• Collagen

External links

• University of St Andrews - Struther Arnott

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