Nikolay Zelinsky
Chemist and academic, developed gas masks
Chemist and academic, developed gas masks
1953
73 years ago — 92 years old
Scientists & Innovators
Russia
Contributions included the development of chemical warfare protections. Served as a professor at various institutions and conducted extensive research in organic chemistry and silicate chemistry. Played a significant role in the advancement of chemical education in Russia. Received recognition for contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly noted for work during World War I related to gas masks.
Developed the first effective gas mask
Contributed to research in organic and silicate chemistry
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