Asima Chatterjee Scientist

Asima Chatterjee (Bengali: অসীমা চট্টোপাধ্যায়) (23 September 1917 – 22 November 2006) was an Indian chemist noted for her work in the fields of organic chemistry and phytomedicine. Her most notable work includes research on vinca alkaloids, and the development of anti-epileptic and anti-malarial drugs. She also authored a considerable volume of work on medicinal plants of the Indian subcontinent.

Personal facts

Birth dateSeptember 23, 1917
Birth place
India , Kolkata , Presidencies and provinces of British India , Bengal Presidency
Nationality
India
Date of deathNovember 22, 2006
Place of death
India , Kolkata , West Bengal
Education
University of Calcutta

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