Paul Hugh Emmett

American chemist and academic

Paul Hugh Emmett - American chemist and academic
Born

September 22nd, 1900
124 years ago

Died

April 22nd, 1985
39 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Contributions to the field of chemistry encompassed a range of topics, including catalysis and surface chemistry. Served as a professor at various institutions and held significant positions in multiple scientific organizations. Emmett's research led to advancements in the understanding of adsorption and catalysis processes. His work has been cited extensively in scientific literature, influencing subsequent research in materials science and chemistry.

Pioneered work in catalysis and adsorption

Published numerous influential research papers

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