
Is Michael Levitt A-List?
No — Michael Levitt is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2013
Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Lost A-list status in 2015
Dropped to B tier — Continued Research and Publication
Ranking Timeline
Begins Computational Biology Work
Pioneers the use of computational methods in structural biology.
Professor at Stanford
Levitt joins Stanford University as a professor of structural biology.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Awarded the Nobel Prize for his work on multiscale models, elevating his status.
Continued Research and Publication
Remains active in research, contributing to advancements in structural biology.
Co-founded Data Science Review
Co-founded the Annual Review of Biomedical Data Science, advancing field knowledge.
Leading Biophysicist and Professor
Continues to be a respected biophysicist and professor at Stanford.
Last updated: February 24, 2026