1999 - Prof. Dieter Seebach-

Professor Dieter Seebach

King Faisal Prize in Science 1999 Laureate

Topic: "Chemistry"

The contributions to my science, chemistry, for which I am awarded the Prize have, of course, not been achieved single-handedly

Nationality: Germany
Born: 31/10/1937, Karlsruhe, Federal Republic of Germany
Professor Dieter Seebach was awarded the prize for his exceptional contributions in developing new methods for the preparation of chiral molecules and for the achievement of selective and efficient chemical synthesis. His seminal contributions have led to new concepts in selective organic synthesis and in relating molecular structures to functions, which enable the manufacturing of new compounds, have enormous benefits for mankind, from agriculture to medicine.
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