Albert Hofmann
Psychiatrist

Albert Hofmann Net Worth

Albert Hofmann was a Swiss scientist born on January 11, 1906 in Baden, Switzerland. He is best known for being the first person to synthesize, ingest, and learn of the psychedelic effects of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD). He wrote several books about his experiences with LSD, including LSD: My Problem Child. Hofmann's work with LSD has had a lasting impact on the field of psychedelic research.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 11, 1906
Birth Place Baden, Switzerland
Age 114 YEARS OLD
Died On Apr 29, 2008 (age 102)
Birth Sign Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $17 Million (2024)

About

Swiss scientist who was the first person to synthesize, ingest, and learn of the psychedelic effects of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD). He wrote numerous books including LSD: My Problem Child.

Before Fame

At the University of Zürich he studied the chemistry of plants and animals.

Trivia

Far from its eventual use, he intended the new chemical compound, LSD, he created to help with respiratory diseases, or even childbirth and for a period it was even given to patients by their Psychiatrists.

Family Life

His father Adolf Hoffman was a factory worker.

Associated With

He discovered LSD, but Timothy Leary, who he knew, made it popular.

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