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John D. Ferry

1912 – 2002

Canadian-American chemist and biochemist

Chemist Engineer
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About John D. Ferry

Lived 1912 – 2002 (aged 90). John D. Ferry was an American chemist and engineer.

Witco Award in Polymer Chemistry of the American Chemical Society

Technical Award of the International Institute of Synthetic Rubber Producers

Charles Goodyear Medal of the Rubber Division of the American Chemical Society

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Important facts

Born
4 May 1912, Dawson City
Birth century
20th century
Died
18 October 2002, Madison
Occupation
Chemist, engineer
Nationality
United States
Education
Stanford University, Harvard University, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Employers
University of Wisconsin–Madison, Harvard University
Awards
Charles Goodyear Medal; Polymer Physics Prize; ACS Award in Polymer Chemistry; Herman Mark Award in Polymer Chemistry; ACS Award in Colloid Chemistry; Bingham Medal; National Academy of Sciences
Also known as
John Douglass Ferry, J. D. Ferry

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John D. Ferry?

Canadian-American chemist and biochemist

When was John D. Ferry born?

John D. Ferry was born on 4 May 1912 in Dawson City.

When did John D. Ferry die?

John D. Ferry died on 18 October 2002 in Madison.

What was John D. Ferry's occupation?

John D. Ferry was a chemist and engineer.

What nationality was John D. Ferry?

John D. Ferry was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John D. Ferry

· Wikidata: Q6228148

· DBpedia: John D. Ferry

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