In Memoriam: Albert Hofmann (1906–2008)
S. Finney, Nathaniel, S. Siegel, Jay
CHIMIA International Journal for Chemistry May 28, 2008 DOI: 10.2533/chimia.2008.444 (opens in new tab) via CORE
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAlbert Hofmann (1906–2008), a distinguished alumnus of the University of Zurich, is celebrated for his life achievements in chemistry and pharmacology, most notably the discovery of LSD, a psychedelic compound derived from ergot alkaloids. His pioneering research opened new frontiers in psychopharmacology and scientific discovery, leaving a lasting legacy in the history of science.
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| Characteristics | Biographical tribute Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Chemistry chemical synthesis Organic chemistry Pharmacology medicine Psychopharmacology Drug discovery |
| Citations | 11 |
| Key finding | Albert Hofmann's discovery of LSD and his subsequent contributions significantly advanced the fields of chemistry, pharmacology, and psychedelic research. |
Abstract
Commentary on the life achievements of Albert Hofmann (1906–2008), one of UZH's most honored alumni