Ernst B Chain - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 10, 1908 |
|---|---|
| Died | June 01, 1941 (age 32) |
| Birthplace | Berlin, German Empire |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Co-developing penicillin as an antibiotic and sharing the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945. |
Intro
Ernst Boris Chain was a German-born British biochemist who, alongside Sir Howard Florey and Sir Alexander Fleming, shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945 for his role in the discovery and development of penicillin. His pioneering research transformed modern medicine by introducing the world's first widely effective antibiotic drug.
Early Life & Background
Ernst Boris Chain was born into a Jewish family in Berlin, Germany, in 1908. He attended the Friedrich Wilhelm University (now Humboldt University of Berlin), where he studied chemistry and physiology. Fleeing the rise of the Nazi regime, he emigrated to England in 1933, continuing his scientific career at Cambridge University.
Career Highlights
- Co-discovered and developed penicillin as a therapeutic drug, alongside Howard Florey and Alexander Fleming.
- Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945.
- Worked at the University of Oxford, leading research teams focused on antibiotics.
- Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1969 for his contributions to science.
Trivia
- Chain's development of penicillin ushered in the age of antibiotics, saving millions of lives.
- He was forced to leave Germany in 1933 due to the Nazi regime’s anti-Semitic policies.
- He continued to advocate for scientific education and research throughout his career.
FAQs
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When was Ernst B Chain born?
Ernst B Chain was born the 10 June 1908.
Where is Ernst B Chain from?
Berlin, German Empire.
On His Birth-Day
About June 10th, 1908, in brief:
- Historical events: The Australian Parliament enacts the Invalid and Old Age Pensions Act, a groundbreaking piece of social welfare legislation that provides financial support for elderly and disabled citizens, representing a significant step in social security development.
- Day of the week: June 10th, 1908 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: She's the Fairest Little Flower Old Dixie Ever Grew by Frank Stanley & Henry Burr
- Popular movie: I promessi sposi directed by Mario Morais
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