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Percy Lavon Julian

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Chemistry · Pharmaceutical Science · Industrial Innovation

Percy Lavon Julian

1899 – 1975

Julian pioneered large-scale chemical synthesis of compounds including physostigmine and cortisone, and also developed fire-extinguishing foam technology.

  • •Pioneered large-scale synthesis of physostigmine and cortisone
  • •Connected advanced chemistry with practical medicine and industry

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