Victor Grignard

Chemist, Nobel Prize laureate, Grignard reagent

Victor Grignard - Chemist, Nobel Prize laureate, Grignard reagent
Born

May 6th, 1871
154 years ago

Died

December 13th, 1935
89 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

France

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An influential chemist, contributions to organometallic chemistry include the development of Grignard reagents. These reagents became fundamental in organic synthesis, enabling the formation of carbon-carbon bonds. Grignard served as a professor at the University of Lyon and received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1912 for his research. His work laid the groundwork for advancements in both industrial applications and academic research in chemistry.

Developed Grignard reagents

Won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1912

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