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Chris Hunter

b. 1965

New Zealand chemist and lecturer

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About Chris Hunter

Born 1965. Chris Hunter is a New Zealand chemist and lecturer.

Christopher Alexander Hunter, FRS (born 19 February 1965) is a British chemist and academic. Since 2014, he has been Herchel Smith Professor of Organic Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Cambridge. His research is currently focused on molecular recognition.

Personal life In 2008, Hunter married Rosaleen Theresa McHugh. Together they have three children; two sons and one daughter. In 2008, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS), the premier learned society and national academy for science in the United Kingdom.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
University of Cambridge, University of Otago, University of Sheffield
Employers
University of Otago
Awards
Meldola Medal and Prize; Corday-Morgan Prize; Tilden Prize; Fellow of the Royal Society; Corday–Morgan Medal and Prize
Also known as
Christopher Alexander Hunter

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Chris Hunter?

New Zealand chemist and lecturer

When was Chris Hunter born?

Chris Hunter was born on 19 February 1965 in Dunedin.

What is Chris Hunter's occupation?

Chris Hunter is a chemist and lecturer.

What nationality is Chris Hunter?

Chris Hunter is New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Chris Hunter

· Wikidata: Q19587165

· DBpedia: Chris Hunter (chemist)

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