Birthdate: January 12, 1580
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Brussels, Belgium
Died: December 30, 1644
Jan Baptista van Helmont, a renowned chemist, physiologist, and physician from Brussels, is considered the founder of pneumatic chemistry. His significant contributions to science include the groundbreaking 5-year willow tree experiment, introducing the term “gas” into scientific vocabulary, and pioneering ideas on spontaneous generation. Van Helmont’s work during the post-Paracelsus era and the rise of iatrochemistry left a lasting impact on the scientific community, solidifying his reputation as a pioneering figure in chemistry and physiology.
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