Henrik Dam
Danish biochemist and physiologist (1895-1976)
1895 — 1976
Quick Facts
Profession
Danish biochemist and physiologist (1895-1976)
Born
February 21, 1895
Died
1976 (age ~81)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
physician, chemist, pedagogue
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in CopenhagenDied in Copenhagen
1895
Born in Copenhagen (1895-02-21)
1943
AwardNobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
1976
Died in Copenhagen
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Henrik Dam?+
Carl Peter Henrik Dam was a Danish biochemist and physiologist.
What does the name Henrik mean?+
The name Henrik means "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Henrik Dam born?+
Henrik Dam was born on February 21, 1895.
When did Henrik Dam die?+
Henrik Dam died in 1976, at approximately 81 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.
The name Henrik is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Henrik
Henrik — February 21, 1895
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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Guestbook
Respect.
— .
Built on your work. Hope I did it justice.
— a researcher
Your paper from '98 is still on my desk. Dog-eared and highlighted.
— a grad student
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