William Dobinson Halliburton

Physiologist and biochemist, known for contributions to biochemistry

William Dobinson Halliburton - Physiologist and biochemist, known for contributions to biochemistry
Born

June 21st, 1860
165 years ago

Died

1931
94 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Contributions to the field of biochemistry included work on protein structure and function. Served as a professor at King's College London and was instrumental in establishing the discipline of biochemistry in Britain. His research advanced the understanding of digestive enzymes and the role of proteins in biological processes. Halliburton also held a significant role at the Royal Society and contributed to academic literature on medical science.

Published key research on protein structure

Served as a professor at King's College London

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