Paul Schlack
| Paul Schlack | |
|---|---|
| Born |
December 22, 1897 Stuttgart, Germany |
| Died |
August 19, 1987 (aged 89) Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany |
| Institutions | Technical University of Stuttgart |
| Alma mater | Technical University of Stuttgart |
| Known for | Perlon (Nylon 6) |
Paul Schlack (December 22, 1897 – August 19, 1987) and completed his studies at the Technical University of Stuttgart in 1921. He worked as a research chemist in Copenhagen for a year, then returned to Stuttgart. He received his PhD in 1924. Around this time he developed a keen interest in amide chemistry. He would synthesize Nylon 6 January 29, 1938, widely known by its tradename Perlon.
External links
- Alexander Stirn (2008-01-29). "Fallschirm und Damenstrumpf". Süddeutsche Zeitung.
- "100. Geburtstag von Paul Schlack: "Perlon" wird 60". CHemisches Institut Dr. Flad, CHF. 1997-12-22.
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