Name of AAPI Figure	Charles John Pedersen
What is the person’s Asian heritage or ethnicity?	Dr. Pedersen was born in Busan, Korea
Area of Influence	Dr. Pedersen was a researcher in the field of organic chemistry.
Date of birth or time period	October 3, 1904 – October 26, 1989
How did this individual make a contribution to their field or to society/culture at large?	Dr. Pedersen was awarded the Nobel Prize in chemistry in the year of 1987 for his methods of creating crown ethers. he worked for DuPont throughout his entire 42 year chemistry career. he is on of the two Koreans to win the Nobel Prize.7 for his methods of creating crown ethers. he worked for DuPont throughout his entire 42 year chemistry career. he is on of the two Koreans to win the Nobel Prize.
How does this person inspire you?	I chose this person because I enjoy chemistry and he has made large progress in the field of chemistry.ogress in the field of chemistry.
Why did you choose this person? What about their story speaks to you?	Dr. Pedersen had a long and successful career and I hope that I can do the same.e same.
What surprised you as you were learning about this person?	I was surprised to learn that he discovered a new compound by mistake.
Submitted by	Weston Tregay
Age	12