Herbert Sousa Eleuterio | |
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| Born | November 23, 1927 New Bedford, Massachusetts |
| Died | July 17, 2022 (aged 94) Wilmington, Delaware |
| Citizenship | United States |
| Education | B.S., Tufts University, 1949 Ph.D., Michigan State University 1953 |
| Known for | Discovery of olefin metathesis New fluoropolymers Research leadership |
| Spouse | Marianne Eleuterio |
| Awards | Lavoisier Medal for Technical Achievement |
| Scientific career | |
| Institutions | DuPont Co. National University of Singapore |
| Doctoral advisor | Harold Hart |
Herbert S. Eleuterio (November 23, 1927 – July 17, 2022) was an American industrial chemist noted for technical contributions to catalysis, polymerization, industrial research management, and science education. In particular, he discovered the olefin metathesis reaction and several novel fluoropolymers. Additionally, he explored techniques for research leadership, especially methods for fostering collaboration, globalization, and scientific creativity.[1]
Eleuterio's discovery of olefin metathesis is cited as a compelling example of a scientific development originating in industry, subsequently being nurtured by academia, and returning to industry in commercially viable form.[2]
- ^ "Herbert S. Eleuterio". Delaware Online. 3 August 2022. Retrieved 21 March 2023.
- ^ Editorial Board (December 2005). "ROMPing to Nobel success". Nature Materials. 4 (12): 877. Bibcode:2005NatMa...4..877.. doi:10.1038/nmat1538. PMID 16319928.