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“This is largely the methodology I've used throughout my career - that is, starting with a question as to what might be the properties of a set of compounds that could be invented which were unusual and unpredictable. Many times I've felt a bit like Columbus setting sail.”

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Donald Cram
Donald Cram

Donald Cram was a renowned chemist known for his significant contributions to organic chemistry. He was born on April 22, 1919, in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and throughout his academic career, he achieved numerous important milestones. Cram's research focused on the synthesis of cyclic compounds and the theory of stereochemistry, which laid a solid foundation for the development of organic chemistry. In 1987, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work in these areas. more

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