Mildred Cohn Scientist

Mildred Cohn (July 12, 1913 – October 12, 2009) was an American biochemist who furthered understanding of biochemical processes through her study of chemical reactions within animal cells. She was a pioneer in the use of nuclear magnetic resonance for studying enzyme reactions, particularly in Adenosine triphosphate (ATP). She received the nation's highest science award, the National Medal of Science, in 1982.

Personal facts

Birth date	July 12, 1913
Birth place	New York City , United States
Nationality	United States
Date of death	October 12, 2009
Place of death	Philadelphia
Residence	United States
Education	Columbia University Hunter College