83 years old (Born on February 27, 1942)
Happy Birthday, Robert Grubbs! May your special day undergo a delightful "metathesis," rearranging ordinary moments into extraordinary celebrations. Your groundbreaking work in organic synthesis has truly catalyzed inspiration worldwide—proving once and for all that chemistry can indeed be Nobel-worthy fun!From pioneering metathesis reactions to mastering living polymerization, you've shown us how molecules dance gracefully under your guidance. Here's hoping this birthday brings you as much joy and laughter as the countless chemists who've accidentally spilled coffee while marveling at your discoveries. Cheers to another year of brilliant breakthroughs—and may every reaction today yield happiness without side products!