Mila Rechcigl

Mila Rechcigl or Miloslav Rechcigl Jr. is a renowned biochemist, nutritionist, and historian of Czech origin. He is particularly known for his extensive work on the history of Czechs in America.

Early Life and Education

Rechcigl was born on April 9, 1930, in Mladá Boleslav, Czechoslovakia. He moved to the United States in 1950, where he pursued his higher education. He holds a Master's degree in biochemistry and nutrition from Rutgers University and a Ph.D. in biochemistry and nutrition from Cornell University.

Career

Rechcigl has had a distinguished career in the field of biochemistry and nutrition. He has worked at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for over three decades, where he held various positions, including that of a research biochemist, nutritionist, and science administrator.

In addition to his scientific career, Rechcigl has made significant contributions to the field of history, particularly the history of Czechs in America. He has authored and edited numerous books and articles on this subject.

Personal Life

Rechcigl is married to Eva Rechcigl, and they have two children. He is a member of several professional and scientific societies, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science and the American Chemical Society.

Publications

Some of Rechcigl's notable publications include:

• Czechs and Slovaks in America (2005)
• Czech American Bibliography (2008)
• Czech American Timeline: Chronology of Milestones in the History of Czechs in America (2013)

Awards and Honors

Rechcigl has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to science and history. These include the Ellis Island Medal of Honor and the Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences (SVU) Presidential Award.

See Also

• Czech Americans
• History of the Czechs in the United States

External Links

• Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences (SVU)

Mila Rechcigl Resources
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