David S. Goodsell
Biology
Science
David S. Goodsell is an associate professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at the Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, California.
He is renowned for his artistic and scientific skills, particularly in creating detailed molecular illustrations.
Goodsell's work combines scientific accuracy with artistic beauty, making complex biological structures and processes more accessible to both students and the general public.
His illustrations are widely used in educational materials and scientific publications.
In addition to his academic role, Goodsell has contributed to redesigning the educational components of the RCSB Protein Data Bank, further enhancing the visualization and understanding of molecular structures in biology.