Richard Laurence Millington Synge

Biochemist, Nobel Prize laureate

Richard Laurence Millington Synge - Biochemist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born

October 28th, 1914
110 years ago

Died

1994
31 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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A biochemist made significant contributions to the field of biochemistry, particularly in the area of chromatography. Developed the concept of partition chromatography, which revolutionized the separation of complex mixtures. Held an academic position at the University of Cambridge, where research focused on the separation and analysis of biomolecules. Received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1952 for contributions to the development of chromatography techniques.

Developed partition chromatography

Received Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1952

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