John E. Franz
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Summary
John E. Franz was born on December 21, 1929[1], in Springfield[2]. He died on April 27, 2026[3]. He worked as a chemist[4]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (163 views/month, #7,107 of 1,000,298).[5]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[6]
- Field of work: bioorganic chemistry[7]
- Educated at: University of Minnesota[8], University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign[9]
- Notable work: Roundup[10]
- Award received: National Medal of Technology and Innovation[11], Perkin Medal[12], National Inventors Hall of Fame[13], IRI Achievement Award[14]
- Sex or gender: male[15]
- Family name: Franz[16]
- Given name: John[17]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[18]
- Name in native language: John Edward Franz[19]
Why It Matters
John E. Franz has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[20] He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[21]
FAQs
Where was John E. Franz born?
John E. Franz was born in Springfield[2].
What did John E. Franz do for work?
John E. Franz worked as a chemist[4].
Where did John E. Franz go to school?
John E. Franz was educated at University of Minnesota[8] and University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign[9].
What awards did John E. Franz receive?
Honors received include National Medal of Technology and Innovation[11], Perkin Medal[12], National Inventors Hall of Fame[13], and IRI Achievement Award[14].