Percy Julian
1899–1975 — USA
Era: Modern
Brilliance: 9/10 | Stewardship: 7/10 | Composite Index: 63
His house was firebombed twice. He kept going.
"I have had one goal in my life: to open doors of opportunity for those who come after me."
Biography
Synthesized physostigmine and cortisone, saving millions. Overcame Jim Crow. His house was firebombed twice. Persevered.
Key Facts
- Synthesized physostigmine and cortisone
- Saved millions of lives
- Overcame Jim Crow era racism
- House firebombed twice
- One of greatest chemists in history
They firebombed his house. Twice. He cured millions.
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