Biography of Mathieu Orfila

Mathieu Orfila (* 24. April 1787 in Maó; † 12. March 1853 in Paris) was a französischer Chemiker und Forensiker. He was 65 years old. His education included University of Paris, University of Barcelona and University of Valencia. He worked at Paris Medical Faculty. His awards include Commander of the Legion of Honour and honorary citizenship. He was buried at Montparnasse Cemetery.