Sir Henry Wellcome

Sir Henry Wellcome was an influential British pharmaceutical magnate and philanthropist, born in 1853. He co-founded the pharmaceutical company Wellcome, which became a major force in drug development. Wellcome was also a significant collector of medical artifacts and historical literature, which led to the establishment of the Wellcome Trust in 1936, one of the world's largest biomedical research charities. His contributions greatly advanced medical research and education, leaving a lasting legacy in both the pharmaceutical industry and global health. Wellcome passed away in 1936, but his impact continues to shape medical research today.