The Saga of Elias James Corey
Category
Scientists & Inventors
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Active Era
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#482 in Scientists & Inventors
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BIOGRAPHICAL OVERVIEW
Profile & Background
Elias James Corey (born July 12, 1928) is an American organic chemist.
CAREER & LEGACY
Notable Works & Impact in Scientists & Inventors
In 1990, he won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry "for his development of the theory and methodology of organic synthesis", specifically retrosynthetic analysis.
Key Milestone & Career Defining Moment
In 1990, he won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry "for his development of the theory and methodology of organic synthesis", specifically retrosynthetic analysis.
