About Andrey Kursanov
Lived 1902 – 1999 (aged 96). Andrey Kursanov was a Russian biochemist, university teacher, botanist, physiologist, plant physiologist and biologist, known for Abiogenesis and Coacervate.
Awards and honors
Hero of Socialist Labour (1969)
Order of Lenin, four times (1953, 1969, 1972, 1975)
Order of the October Revolution (1982)
Order of the Red Banner of Labour, twice (1945, 1962)
Lomonosov Gold Medal (1983)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Andrey Kursanov?
Soviet biochemist (1902-1999)
When was Andrey Kursanov born?
Andrey Kursanov was born on 26 October 1902 in Moscow, Kulakovo.
When did Andrey Kursanov die?
Andrey Kursanov died on 20 September 1999 in Moscow.
What was Andrey Kursanov's occupation?
Andrey Kursanov was a biochemist, university teacher, botanist, physiologist, plant physiologist and biologist.
What was Andrey Kursanov known for?
Andrey Kursanov was known for Abiogenesis and Coacervate.
What nationality was Andrey Kursanov?
Andrey Kursanov was Russian.
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