| Birth Day | August 15, 1931 |
| Birth Place | Springfield, MA |
| Age | 89 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Oct 10, 2015 (age 84) |
| Birth Sign | Leo |
Richard Heck is a renowned chemist based in Massachusetts, known for revolutionizing the field of organic chemistry with his groundbreaking research. In addition to his remarkable scientific achievements, Heck has also amassed a significant fortune throughout his career. As of 2024, Heck's net worth is estimated to be an impressive $6 million. This financial success is a testament to the impact and recognition his work has garnered within the scientific community and highlights his contributions to advancements in chemistry.
American Chemist who is best known for the discovery and development of the Heck reaction. He helped develop the mechanism of alkene hydroformylation, which is used to produce about 15 billion pounds of alcohols and aldehydes annually.
He earned his Doctor of philosophy from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1954, after receiving his bachelor's degree there two years before.
He won a Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2010 for his work in palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions in organic synthesis.
He retired in the Philippines.
He won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry two years before Brian Kobilka did.
