About William McPherson
Lived 1864 – 1951 (aged 87). William McPherson was an American chemist.
William McPherson (July 2, 1864 – October 2, 1951) was the acting President of Ohio State University from July 1, 1938, to March 1, 1940. A chemistry laboratory at Ohio State is named for him.
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Who was William McPherson?
American academic administrator (1864–1951)
When was William McPherson born?
William McPherson was born on 2 July 1864.
When did William McPherson die?
William McPherson died on 2 October 1951.
What was William McPherson's occupation?
William McPherson was a chemist.
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William McPherson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William McPherson. https://biography.guide/william-mcpherson-chemist/
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