Birthdate: September 23, 1917
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Kolkata, India
Died: November 22, 2006
Asima Chatterjee was a distinguished Indian organic chemist known for her substantial advancements in the fields of organic chemistry and phytomedicine. Her influential research concentrated on vinca alkaloids, anti-epileptic drugs, and anti-malarial drugs. She also authored numerous publications on medicinal plants native to the Indian subcontinent. Notably, she made history as the first woman to achieve a Doctorate of Science from an Indian university. Chatterjee’s professional legacy is marked by pioneering discoveries that have left a lasting impact on organic chemistry and medicinal research.
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