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William Cumming Rose

American biochemist (1887-1985) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 98

William Cumming Rose was an American biochemist and nutritionist. He discovered the amino acid threonine, and his research determined the necessity for essential amino acids in the diet and the minimum daily requirements of all amino acids for optimal growth.

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Awards

National Medal of Science1966
Willard Gibbs Award1952
Guggenheim Fellowship

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1887 to 1985 · aged 98