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John Bennet Lawes

About

British scientist who invented synthetic fertilizer (1814-1900)

Quick Facts

Name
John Bennet Lawes
Born
1814-12-28
Died
1900-08-31
Occupation
chemist / farmer / businessperson / inventor / agronomist
Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Birthplace
Hertfordshire

Relationships

Spouses & partners

Family

Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.

Awards & Nominations

3 received · 0 nominations listed in Wikidata

YearAward / categoryResult
1893Albert Medal Received
1867Royal Medal Received
—Fellow of the Royal Society Received

Education

  • Brasenose College
  • Eton College

Languages

Spoken, written or signed

  • English

Sources & Credits

Wikidata · Q901532 ↗
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