Dr. William Boulanger

Biography

Professor Boulanger has extensive experience in the field of chemistry, with research interests that range widely from physical organic chemistry to medicinal and synthetic process chemistry. He has run the High Pressure Facility at the University of Illinois, where he trains students eager to learn about non-standard chemical techniques such as pyrolysis and flow reactions. Professor Boulanger's academic journey began in the 1960s, leading to significant work in synthetic chemistry, including the synthesis of bicyclobutane. He has held important positions in various organizations, including Abbott Labs, where he was involved in the discovery of anti-inflammatory agents, and FMC, leading a group focused on Plant Growth Regulators and Insecticides. He is also recognized for his guest appointment at Argonne National Laboratories, contributing to the design of mechanism-based inhibitors for HIV protease. After retiring from Albany Molecular Research, he established Obiter Research, LLC, which focuses on producing high-end research chemicals for academia and the pharmaceutical industry. Furthermore, he is dedicated to training the next generation of chemists through a program designed to bridge academic training with industry requirements.

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