Kee Chang Huang

Kee Chang Huang is a notable figure in the field of pharmacology and toxicology. He was born on December 31, 1915, in China and passed away on March 28, 1996. Huang is best known for his significant contributions to the understanding of drug metabolism and toxicology.

Early Life and Education

Huang was born in Fuzhou, Fujian, China. He completed his undergraduate studies at the National Central University in Nanjing, China, in 1936. He then moved to the United States to pursue his graduate studies. Huang earned his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Michigan in 1940.

Career

After completing his Ph.D., Huang returned to China and served as a professor at the Peking Union Medical College from 1940 to 1949. He then moved back to the United States and worked at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) from 1949 to 1986. During his tenure at UCSF, Huang made significant contributions to the field of pharmacology and toxicology.

Contributions to Pharmacology and Toxicology

Huang's research focused on drug metabolism and toxicology. He was one of the first scientists to study the metabolism of drugs in the liver. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding of how drugs are metabolized in the body and how they can cause toxicity.

Awards and Honors

Huang received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to pharmacology and toxicology. He was elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 1975. In 1986, he was awarded the Remington Medal, the highest honor in the field of pharmacy in the United States.

Death

Huang passed away on March 28, 1996. His contributions to the field of pharmacology and toxicology continue to be recognized and appreciated.

See Also

• Pharmacology
• Toxicology
• Drug Metabolism
• University of Michigan
• University of California, San Francisco

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