Holger Crafoord
Swedish businessman (1908–1982) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Alf Erik Holger Crafoord (né Lundquist; 25 July 1908 – 21 May 1982)[1] was a Swedish industrialist and patron. He founded Gambro, which developed and commercialized the artificial kidney. He also established the Crafoord Foundation [sv], the proceeds of which fund the Crafoord Prize for scientific research.
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Holger Crafoord | |
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Born | Alf Erik Holger Lundquist (1908-07-25)25 July 1908 |
Died | 21 May 1982(1982-05-21) (aged 73) |
Resting place | Ödestugu cemetery |
Alma mater | Stockholm School of Economics |
Occupation(s) | Industrialist, patron |
Known for | Founding Gambro, developer of kidney dialysis products |
Awards | Illis quorum 1982 |
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