Chlorophyll isolation, structure and function: major landmarks of the early history of research in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union.

Abstract

This paper covers major events of the early history of chlorophyll research in the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union from 1771 until 1952, when the modern period of studies on photosynthesis began in full swing. Short biographical sketches of key scientists, reviews of their major research contributions and some selected photographs are included.