Robert Robinson was a prominent British chemist known for his significant contributions to organic chemistry. Born in 1886, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1947 for his work on the structure of natural products, particularly his research on alkaloids, which are compounds found in plants that often have pharmacological effects. Robinson's research laid the groundwork for understanding complex organic molecules and their synthesis. He also played a key role in the development of the Robinson annulation, a chemical reaction that is widely used in organic synthesis. His legacy continues to influence the field of chemistry today.