Joseph Achille Le Bel
French chemist and chiral molecule theory
Born
Died
1930
96 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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