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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