Dr. Julian was best known for synthesizing physostigmine, naturally found in the Calabar bean, to treat glaucoma. Dr. Percy Lavon Julian inspired me because of his sheer determination to strive despite all the prejudices he faced because of his identity. His passion and pioneering work helped him become the successful chemist he worked so hard to become. And on the way to becoming one of the most legendary chemists out there, he helped so many people by abundantly synthesizing drugs to be easily accessible to the people who truly needed it.
