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James D’Ianni, Pioneer of Synthetic Rubber and Former ACS President, Dies at 93
Reading Time: 2 minutesJames D. D’Ianni, a distinguished chemist, innovative industrial leader, and former president of the American Chemical Society (ACS), passed away on August 14 at the age of 93. A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, D’Ianni left a lasting mark on both the scientific and academic communities. Education and Early Career D’Ianni earned his bachelor’s degree […]
January 5, 2026
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