Robert G. W. Anderson
Chemist and curator of chemical history
Born
May 2nd, 1944
80 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributed significantly to the field of chemistry as both a chemist and a historian. Served as a curator, preserving and promoting the history of chemical science. Focused on the intersection of chemistry and historical context, helping to document and interpret the development of chemical knowledge over time.
Published works on the history of chemistry
Curated exhibitions related to chemical history
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