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“Be a physical chemist, an analytical chemist, an organic chemist, if you will; but above all, be a chemist.”

Quote by Ira Remsen

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Ira Remsen was an American chemist renowned for his contributions to organic chemistry. Born on February 10, 1846, and passing away on March 4, 1927, Remsen's work significantly advanced the field of organic synthesis and solidified his position as a leading figure in the scientific community of his era. more

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