Honorary doctorates in the field of chemistry
In the past, the University of Vienna has awarded a doctorate honoris causa to persons who enjoy an excellent reputation among the academic community as a result of their work in an academic discipline, who have provided outstanding services in furthering the academic mission of the University of Vienna, and who are connected to the University of Vienna through their scholarly pursuits. To date, the following scientists have been awarded with honorary doctorates in the field of chemistry:
- Carl Djerassi (†2015 - Honorary Doctorate 2011/12) -
- Alfred Robert Bader (†2018 - Honorary Doctorate 2012/13)
- Martin Karplus (Honorary Doctorate 2014/15)
- Robert A. Shaw (†2022- Honorary Doctorate 2017/18)
- Isaac P. Witz (Honorary Doctorate 2017/18)
- Jean-Marie Lehn (Honorary Doctorate 2018/19)