Jack Drummond

Jack Drummond

Name	Jack Drummond
Birth name
Birth date	12 January 1891
Birth place	Leicester, England
Death date	4 August 1952
Death place	Lurs, France
Alma mater
Occupation	Biochemist, Nutritionist
Years active
Organization
Known for	Contributions to the understanding of vitamins
Notable works
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Sir Jack Cecil Drummond (12 January 1891 – 4 August 1952) was a prominent British biochemist and nutritionist, renowned for his pioneering work in the field of vitamins and nutrition. His research significantly advanced the understanding of the role of vitamins in human health and contributed to the development of nutritional guidelines.

Early Life and Education

Jack Drummond was born in Leicester, England. He attended the University of London, where he studied chemistry and developed an interest in biochemistry. Drummond's academic prowess led him to pursue further studies, culminating in a Ph.D. in biochemistry.

Career

Drummond's career was marked by significant contributions to the field of nutrition. He worked at the University of London and later at the Ministry of Food during World War II, where he played a crucial role in developing wartime nutritional policies. His work ensured that the British population maintained adequate nutrition despite food shortages.

Contributions to Vitamin Research

Drummond is best known for his research on vitamins. He was instrumental in the identification and classification of vitamins, which he categorized as essential nutrients necessary for maintaining health. His work laid the foundation for modern nutritional science and influenced public health policies worldwide.

Wartime Contributions

During World War II, Drummond served as the scientific advisor to the Ministry of Food. He was responsible for implementing rationing policies that ensured equitable distribution of food and maintained the nutritional health of the British population. His efforts were critical in preventing malnutrition during the war.

Personal Life

Drummond married Anne Wilbraham, and they had one daughter, Elizabeth. Tragically, Drummond, his wife, and daughter were murdered in 1952 while on holiday in France, in what became known as the Dominici affair.

Legacy

Drummond's work has had a lasting impact on the field of nutrition. His research on vitamins has been fundamental in understanding their role in human health, and his contributions to wartime nutrition policies have been widely recognized.

Also see

• Vitamin
• Nutrition
• Biochemistry
• Dominici affair