Choh Hao Li
Biochemist and hormone researcher
Born
1913
112 years ago
Died
November 28th, 1987
37 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributions to the field of biochemistry focused on peptide hormones. Conducted extensive research on the structure and functions of insulin and growth hormone. Developed synthesis techniques for various hormones, contributing to advances in medical research. Served as a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, where mentored graduate students and made significant contributions to scientific literature.
Developed synthesis techniques for insulin
Conducted pioneering research on growth hormone
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