Friedrich August Kekulé: Pioneer in Structural Chemistry Early Life and Education:Friedrich August Kekulé was born on September 7, 1829, in Darmstadt, Grand Duchy of Hesse (now Germany). Raised in a family of civil servants, Kekulé displayed an early interest in science and mathematics. After attending local schools, he entered the University of Giessen in 1847,… Continue reading Biography of Famous Scientist Friedrich August Kekulé