Alexander Robertson (chemist)
Alexander Robertson FRS (12 February 1896 – 9 February 1970) was a British chemist. He was awarded the Davy Medal in 1952 "In recognition of his researches into the chemistry of natural products, particularly the wide range of glycosides, bitter principles and colouring matters containing heterocyclic oxygen atoms". He is known for his organic chemistry research, particularly in the investigation of natural products.
Alexander Robertson | |
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| Born | 12 February 1896 Charlesfield, Auchterless (on the Hatton Estate) Aberdeenshire |
| Died | 9 February 1970 |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Education | M.A. (1919) |
| Alma mater | University of Aberdeen and University of Glasgow |
| Occupation | Chemist |
| Awards | Davy Medal (1952) |
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