David Orme Masson
Sir David Orme Masson KBE FRS FRSE (13 January 1858 – 10 August 1937) was a scientist born in England who emigrated to Australia to become Professor of Chemistry at the University of Melbourne. He is known for his work on the explosive compound nitroglycerin.
David Orme Masson | |
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Masson c. 1930 | |
| Born | 13 January 1858 Hampstead, UK |
| Died | 10 August 1937 (aged 79) South Yarra, Victoria, Australia |
| Alma mater | University of Edinburgh |
| Known for | Work on nitroglycerin |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Chemistry |
| Institutions | University of Melbourne |
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