Karl Barry Sharpless Scientist

Karl Barry Sharpless (born 28 April 1941) is an American chemist known for his work on stereoselective reactions.

Personal facts

Birth date	April 28, 1941
Birth place	Philadelphia , United States
Nationality	United States
Education	Dartmouth College Stanford University Harvard University
Known for	Click chemistry Enantioselective synthesis

awards	Scheele Award Nobel Prize in Chemistry Franklin Institute Harvey Prize
Field of study	Chemistry