Glenn Seaborg was an American chemist born on April 19, 1912, in Ishpeming, Michigan. He is best known for his work on the actinide series and for discovering several elements, including plutonium, americium, and curium. Seaborg's research significantly advanced the field of nuclear chemistry and contributed to the understanding of heavy elements. In 1951, Seaborg was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his contributions to the discovery of transuranium elements. He also played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. Seaborg served as the chairman of the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission from 1961 to 1971, influencing nuclear policy and research.