Géza Zemplén
1883–1956 (age 73)
Biography
Géza Zemplén was a chemist whose analytical mind and devotion to rigorous research pushed the boundaries of organic chemistry in Hungary. He combined careful laboratory work with a commitment to teaching, inspiring students to approach science with curiosity and discipline.
Zemplén’s contributions to academia and his patients mentorship helped cultivate a generation of scholars, and his grave at Farkasréti Cemetery honors a life spent in the service of discovery.