Felix Hoffmann

Felix Hoffmann was a German chemist credited with synthesizing acetylsalicylic acid, widely known as aspirin, in 1897. His work involved creating a pure form of a compound derived from willow bark, which had been used for centuries to relieve pain and fever. Hoffmann’s development of aspirin marked a significant advancement in medicine, offering a reliable and effective painkiller that is still used today for pain relief, fever reduction, and its anti-inflammatory properties. His contribution helped transform aspirin into one of the most common and important medications worldwide.