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Edgar Fahs Smith

American chemist (1854-1928)

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Lived 1854–1928, aged 74United States

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Aged 74
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Edgar Fahs Smith was an American scientist who is best known today for his interests in the history of chemistry. He served as provost of the University of Pennsylvania from 1911 to 1920, was deeply involved in the American Chemical Society and other organizations, and was awarded the Priestley Medal in 1926.

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