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Saul Roseman

1921 – 2011

American biochemist

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About Saul Roseman

Lived 1921 – 2011 (aged 90). Saul Roseman was an American biochemist and university teacher, known for Glycobiology and Sialic acid.

Saul Roseman (March 9, 1921 - July 2, 2011) was an American biochemist at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Among many discoveries related to carbohydrate biochemistry, he discovered the phosphotransferase system in bacteria.

Awards 1971 Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences 1972 Member of the National Academy of Sciences 1974 Rosenstiel Award (together with H. Ronald Kaback) 1981 Gairdner Foundation International Award 1984 Honorary Doctorate of the University of Lund 1993 Karl Meyer Award of the Society for Glycobiology

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Known for
Glycobiology, Sialic acid
Education
City College of New York, Johns Hopkins University, University of Michigan, University of Wisconsin
Employers
University of Michigan
Awards
Canada Gairdner International Award; Rosenstiel Award; Honorary doctorate of Lund University

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Saul Roseman?

American biochemist (1921–2011)

When was Saul Roseman born?

Saul Roseman was born on 9 March 1921 in Brooklyn.

When did Saul Roseman die?

Saul Roseman died on 2 July 2011 in Pikesville.

What was Saul Roseman's occupation?

Saul Roseman was a biochemist and university teacher.

What was Saul Roseman known for?

Saul Roseman was known for Glycobiology and Sialic acid.

What nationality was Saul Roseman?

Saul Roseman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Saul Roseman

· Wikidata: Q2227494

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