Ivan Horbachevsky

Horbachevsjkyj ivan

Ivan Horbachevsky
Born	May 5, 1854 Zarubyntsi, Austrian Empire
Died	May 24, 1942 Prague, Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia
Nationality	Ukrainian
Alma mater	University of Vienna
Known for	Synthesis of glycine
Scientific career
Fields	Chemistry, Medicine
Institutions	Charles University

Ivan Horbachevsky (Ukrainian: Іван Горбачевський; May 5, 1854 – May 24, 1942) was a prominent Ukrainian chemist and medical doctor. He is best known for his work in the synthesis of glycine and his contributions to the field of biochemistry.

Early Life and Education

Ivan Horbachevsky was born on May 5, 1854, in Zarubyntsi, a village in the Austrian Empire, which is now part of Ukraine. He pursued his higher education at the University of Vienna, where he studied chemistry and medicine.

Career

After completing his studies, Horbachevsky began his academic career at the Charles University in Prague. He made significant contributions to the field of biochemistry, particularly in the synthesis of amino acids. His most notable achievement was the synthesis of glycine, which was a groundbreaking discovery at the time.

Contributions to Biochemistry

Horbachevsky's work in the synthesis of glycine was a major milestone in the field of biochemistry. Glycine is the simplest amino acid and plays a crucial role in the biosynthesis of proteins. His research laid the foundation for further studies in amino acids and their role in biological processes.

Later Life and Legacy

Ivan Horbachevsky continued to work in the field of biochemistry until his death on May 24, 1942, in Prague. His contributions to science have been recognized and celebrated in the scientific community. He is remembered as a pioneer in the field of biochemistry and for his significant contributions to the understanding of amino acids.

See Also

• Biochemistry
• Amino acids
• Glycine
• Charles University
• University of Vienna