Ernest H. Volwiler
Ernest Henry Volwiler | |
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| Born | August 22, 1893 |
| Died | October 3, 1992 (aged 99) |
| Citizenship | United States |
| Alma mater | Miami University, University of Illinois |
| Known for | Nembutal, Pentothal |
| Awards | IRI Medal (1955), Priestley Medal (1958), American Institute of Chemists Gold Medal (1960). |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Synthetic Organic chemistry |
| Institutions | Abbott Laboratories |
| Doctoral advisor | Roger Adams |
Ernest Henry Volwiler (August 22, 1893 – October 3, 1992) was an American chemist. He spent his career at Abbott Laboratories working his way from staff chemist to CEO. He was a pioneer in the field of anesthetic pharmacology, assisting in the development of two breakthrough drugs, Nembutal and Pentothal. Volwiler also helped Abbott Laboratories to achieve commercial success for its pharmaceutical products including the commercialization of penicillin and sulfa drugs during World War II.