John Macadam | |
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| Born | 29 May 1827 |
| Died | 2 September 1865 (aged 38) |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Scientist, Analytical Chemist, Chemistry Lecturer, Health Officer, Member of the Victoria Legislature and Postmaster General |
| Known for | organizing the Burke and Wills expedition namesake of genus Macadamia (macadamia nut) |
The Honorable Dr John Macadam (29 May 1827 – 2 September 1865), was a Scottish-Australian chemist, medical teacher, Australian politician and cabinet minister, and honorary secretary of the Burke and Wills expedition. The genus Macadamia (macadamia nut) was named after him in 1857. He died at sea, on a voyage from Australia to New Zealand, aged 38.