Nikolay Zinin

Russian organic chemist, Zinin reaction

Nikolay Zinin - Russian organic chemist, Zinin reaction
Born

August 25th, 1812
212 years ago

Died

February 18th, 1880
145 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Russia

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Contributed significantly to organic chemistry, particularly in the study of azo compounds. Developed the Zinin reaction, a technique for reducing nitro compounds to amines. Conducted research on various chemical reactions and methodologies that influenced future studies in the field. Served as a professor at Moscow University, where education and research in chemistry advanced under his guidance.

Developed the Zinin reaction for reducing nitro compounds

Conducted pioneering research on azo compounds

Served as a chemistry professor at Moscow University

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