Gary H. Posner (June 2, 1943[1] – February 26, 2018[2]) was Scowe Professor of Chemistry at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland.
[3] Posner is known for his pioneering research in organocopper chemistry, including his involvement in the development of the Corey–House–Posner–Whitesides reaction.
Posner was born in New York City[1] and completed his undergraduate studies at Brandeis University.
[6] Posner's recent research has been focused on applying organic synthesis to the preparation of novel medicinal agents including isothiocyanates with anticancer properties,[7] new vitamin D analogs for the treatment of psoriasis,[8][9] and new antimalarial peroxides.
[10][11][12] In 1987, Posner was named Maryland Chemist of the Year and in 1994 he received the Distinguished Teaching Award at Johns Hopkins.