Significant Births on September 13
Walter Reed (1851)
On September 13, 1851, U.S. Army physician Walter Reed was born. Reed and his team made pivotal contributions to medical science by theorizing and confirming that yellow fever is transmitted by a specific species of mosquito rather than through direct human contact.
Leopold Ružička (1887)
Croatian-Swiss scientist Leopold Ružička was born on September 13, 1887. His laboratory achieved the successful synthesis of sex hormones, including androsterone and testosterone, and he conducted extensive research on terpenes and steroids.
Maria Furtwängler-Burda (1966)
German physician and television actress Maria Furtwängler-Burda was born on September 13, 1966. In addition to her prominent acting career in German cinema, she is dedicated to providing medical assistance in developing countries, focusing on the health of women and children.