Richard Ernst

Richard Ernst is a Swiss chemist renowned for his contributions to the field of physical chemistry, particularly in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. His innovations improved techniques for analyzing molecular structures and dynamics using magnetic fields and radio waves. Ernst's work allows scientists to obtain detailed information about the arrangement of atoms in molecules, which is crucial for understanding chemical reactions and developing new materials and drugs. He received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1991 for his groundbreaking achievements, significantly advancing research in chemistry and related fields.