Ernest Henry Volwiler | |
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Born | |
Died | October 3, 1992 | (aged 99)
Citizenship | United States |
Alma mater | Miami University, University of Illinois |
Known for | Nembutal, Pentothal |
Awards | IRI Medal (1955), Priestley Medal (1958), American Institute of Chemists Gold Medal (1960). |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Synthetic Organic chemistry |
Institutions | Abbott Laboratories |
Doctoral advisor | Roger Adams |
Ernest Henry Volwiler (August 22, 1893 – October 3, 1992) was an American chemist. He spent his career at Abbott Laboratories working his way from staff chemist to CEO.[1][2] He was a pioneer in the field of anesthetic pharmacology, assisting in the development of two breakthrough drugs, Nembutal and Pentothal.[3] Volwiler also helped Abbott Laboratories to achieve commercial success for its pharmaceutical products including the commercialization of penicillin and sulfa drugs during World War II.[4]
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