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William L. Jorgensen

b. 1949

American chemist

Chemist Researcher
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About William L. Jorgensen

Born 1949. William L. Jorgensen is an American chemist and researcher, known for OPLS.

William L. Jorgensen (born October 5, 1949) is an American chemist specializing in computational and medicinal chemistry, serving as the Sterling Professor of Chemistry at Yale University since 2009, having joined the Yale faculty in 1990.

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Important facts

Born
5 October 1949, New York City
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Chemist, researcher
Nationality
United States
Known for
OPLS
Education
Harvard University, Princeton University, Yale University
Employers
Yale University, Purdue University
Awards
Sterling Professor; Tetrahedron Prize; ACS Award for Computers in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research; Clarivate Citation Laureates; Joel Henry Hildebrand Award
Also known as
William L Jorgensen, William Jorgensen

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Frequently asked questions

Who is William L. Jorgensen?

American chemist

When was William L. Jorgensen born?

William L. Jorgensen was born on 5 October 1949 in New York City.

What is William L. Jorgensen's occupation?

William L. Jorgensen is a chemist and researcher.

What is William L. Jorgensen known for?

William L. Jorgensen is known for OPLS.

What nationality is William L. Jorgensen?

William L. Jorgensen is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William L. Jorgensen

· Wikidata: Q8014179

· DBpedia: William L. Jorgensen

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