Emil Starkenstein

Czech pharmacologist, co-founded clinical pharmacology

Emil Starkenstein - Czech pharmacologist, co-founded clinical pharmacology
Born

December 18th, 1884
140 years ago

Died

November 6th, 1942
82 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Czech Republic

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A pharmacologist co-founded the discipline of clinical pharmacology, significantly contributing to the understanding of drug effects on the human body. Starkenstein's work laid the groundwork for future research in medical therapies and the evaluation of drug efficacy and safety. Throughout the career, collaboration with other prominent scientists drove advancements in pharmacological studies, shaping the way drugs are tested and used in clinical settings.

Co-founded the field of clinical pharmacology

Published influential research on drug interactions

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