Joseph Achille Le Bel

French chemist and chiral molecule theory

Joseph Achille Le Bel - French chemist and chiral molecule theory
Born

January 21st, 1847
178 years ago

Died

1930
95 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

France

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A French chemist established pivotal theories in organic chemistry. Formulated the concept of molecular chirality, which explained the optical activity of substances with chiral molecules. Contributed to understanding stereochemistry and its implications in pharmaceuticals. His work significantly influenced the field of asymmetric synthesis.

Developed the concept of molecular chirality

Contributed to the foundation of stereochemistry

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