Heinrich Will

German chemist (1812–1890)
Person human Q1599313
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Summary

Heinrich Will was born on December 8, 1812[1], in Weinheim[2]. He died on October 15, 1890[3], in Giessen[4]. He worked as a chemist[5] and university teacher[6]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]

Key Facts

  • Spouse: Caroline Luise Balser[8]
  • Child: Wilhelm Will[9], Sophie Will[10], Tilde Will[11]
  • Country of citizenship: Germany[12]
  • Employer: University of Giessen[13]
  • Educated at: Heidelberg University[14], University of Giessen[15]
  • Doctoral advisor: Justus von Liebig[16]
  • Award received: honorary member of the Physics Association (Frankfurt am Main, Germany)[17]
  • Member of: Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities[18], Academy of Sciences of Turin[19]
  • Sex or gender: male[20]
  • Doctoral student: August Kekulé[21], Jacob Volhard[22]
  • Commons category: Heinrich Will (chemist)[23]
  • Academic degree: Doctor of Sciences in Chemistry[24]
  • Family name: Will[25]
  • Given name: Heinrich[26]
  • Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[27]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[28]
  • Name in native language: Heinrich Will[29]

FAQs

Where was Heinrich Will born?

Heinrich Will was born in Weinheim[2].

Where did Heinrich Will die?

Heinrich Will passed away in Giessen[4].

Who was Heinrich Will married to?

Heinrich Will's spouses include Caroline Luise Balser[8].

What did Heinrich Will do for work?

Heinrich Will worked as a chemist[5] and university teacher[6].

Where did Heinrich Will go to school?

Heinrich Will was educated at Heidelberg University[14] and University of Giessen[15].

What awards did Heinrich Will receive?

Honors received include honorary member of the Physics Association (Frankfurt am Main, Germany)[17].

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