F. Albert Cotton

F. Albert Cotton

Frank Albert Cotton (April 9, 1930 – February 20, 2007) was the W.T. Doherty-Welch Foundation Chair and Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at Texas A&M University. He authored over 1700 scientific articles. Cotton was recognized for his research on the chemistry of the transition metals.

Read more about F. Albert Cotton:  Education, Independent Career, Pedagogical Influence, Recognition, Run For ACS Presidency, Death

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