Philip Benfey

Philip N. Benfey
Born(1953-01-31)January 31, 1953
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, USA
DiedSeptember 26, 2023(2023-09-26) (aged 70)
Durham, North Carolina, USA
NationalityAmerican
Alma materHarvard University (Ph.D.); University of Paris VI (DEUG)
Known forRoot Biology, Plant Development, Genomics, Single-Cell Technologies
AwardsNational Academy of Sciences, American Association for the Advancement of Science, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator, ASPB Pioneer Award
Scientific career
FieldsPlant Biology, Genetics, Genomics
InstitutionsDuke University, New York University, Rockefeller University

Philip N. Benfey (January 31, 1953 – September 26, 2023) was an American plant biologist renowned for his pioneering research in root biology, plant development, and genomics. He was a Distinguished Professor of Biology at Duke University making significant contributions to understanding the genetic and molecular basis of root growth and development. He was also known for his mentorship fostering the careers of numerous scientists worldwide...[1]. His achievements inspired the dedication of a lifetime achievement award in his name after he passed away [2]

  1. ^ Birnbaum, Kenneth (2024). "Philip Benfey (1953–2023)". Nature Plants. 10 (October): 1436–1438. Bibcode:2024NatPl..10.1436B. doi:10.1038/s41477-024-01789-7. PMID 39289549.
  2. ^ "Arabidopsis Community Lifetime Achievement Award Named to Honor Philip N. Benfey". Arabidopsis Community Website. 2024-04-11. Retrieved 2024-10-23.