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Robert Robinson — Age & Birthday

Born: 13 September 1886 · Died: 8 February 1975 · Age at death: 88

How old was Robert Robinson when he died?

Robert Robinson died aged 88. He was born on 13 September 1886 and died on 8 February 1975.

Nobel Prize-winning chemist who researched plant pigments and alkaloids

Did you know?During the Second World War, he contributed to the development of penicillin by working on the determination of its chemical structure.

Sir Robert Robinson (13 September 1886 – 8 February 1975) was a British organic chemist and Nobel laureate recognised in 1947 for his research on plant dyestuffs (anthocyanins) and alkaloids. In 1947, he also received the Medal of Freedom with Silver Palm.

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Age at death: 88
Would be: 140
Years since death: 51

Born: September 13, 1886 · Rufford, United Kingdom
Died: February 8, 1975
Nationality: British
Known for: Science

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Spouses: Gertrude Maud Robinson, Stearn Sylvia Hillstrom

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