Dr.
George William Parshall
(
–
)
1929
2019
E. I. Du Pont de Nemours & Company
;
Wilmington, DE
Chemist; Company research administrator
Area
Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Specialty
Chemistry
Elected
1986
Research has centered on the use of organometallic chemistry in industry. Discovered catalytic processes to activate hydrocarbons as well as innovative techniques to carry out catalytic reactions. Directed programs in industrial catalysis and electronic materials research. Since retirement, he has advised and consulted on disposal of nulear wastes and chemical weapons (poison gases). Active in promoting chemical demilitarization in Russia and the United States.
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