The Biographical Memoir of John Jacob Abel 1857-1938 is a book written by William DeB. MacNider. It is a detailed account of the life and achievements of John Jacob Abel, a renowned American pharmacologist and biochemist who lived from 1857 to 1938. The book covers Abel's early life, education, and career, including his groundbreaking research on hormones and the isolation of adrenaline. It also delves into his contributions to medical education and...