Nikolay Zelinsky

Chemist and academic, developed gas masks

Nikolay Zelinsky - Scientists & Innovators born February 6th, 1861
Born
Died

1953
73 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Russia

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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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