William Prout
English chemist and physician
William Prout FRS was an English chemist, physician, and natural theologian. He is remembered today mainly for what is called Prout's hypothesis. Wikipedia
Born: January 15, 1785, Horton, United Kingdom
Died: April 9, 1850 (age 65 years), London, United Kingdom
Known for: Prout's hypothesis
Education: The University of Edinburgh
Spouse: Agnes Adam (m. 1814–1850)
Award: Copley Medal (1827)