William Dobinson Halliburton
Physiologist and biochemist, known for contributions to biochemistry
Born
June 21st, 1860
164 years ago
Died
1931
94 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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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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