Allene Jeanes
American chemical researcher (1906-1995) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 89
Allene Rosalind Jeanes was an American chemist whose pioneering work significantly impacted carbohydrate chemistry.
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Born in 1906 in Texas, Jeanes' notable contributions include the development of Dextran, a lifesaving blood plasma substitute used in the Korean and Vietnam wars, and xanthan gum, a polysaccharide commonly used in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. Jeanes' innovations have had a lasting influence on medical treatments and everyday consumer products, highlighting her role as a key figure in applied carbohydrate science. Her achievements earned her numerous accolades, including being the first woman to receive the Distinguished Service Award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
