Robert Kane (chemist)
Robert Kane | |
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| 1st Chancellor of the Royal University of Ireland | |
| In office 1880–1885 | |
| Succeeded by | William Monsell, 1st Baron Emly |
| 1st President of Queen's College Cork | |
| In office 1843–1873 | |
| Succeeded by | William Kirby Sullivan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 24 September 1809 Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | 16 February 1890 (aged 80) Dublin, Ireland |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 7, including Robert and Henry |
| Alma mater | Trinity College Dublin |
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| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Chemistry |
| Signature | |
Sir Robert John Kane FRS MRIA (24 September 1809 – 16 February 1890) was an Irish chemist and educator.