Friedrich Sertürner
Friedrich Wilhelm Adam Sertürner (19 June 1783 – 20 February 1841) was a German pharmacist and a pioneer of alkaloid chemistry. He is best known for his discovery of morphine, which he isolated from opium in 1804, and for conducting tests, including on himself, to evaluate its physiological effects.
Friedrich Sertürner | |
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Friedrich Wilhelm Adam Sertürner | |
| Born | 19 June 1783 Neuhaus |
| Died | 20 February 1841 (aged 57) |
| Nationality | German |
| Known for | discovering morphine |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Pharmacology, Alkaloid chemistry |
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