Background
Krasna, Alvin Isaac was born on June 23, 1929 in New York City. Son of Selig and Esther (Finer) Krasna.
Krasna, Alvin Isaac was born on June 23, 1929 in New York City. Son of Selig and Esther (Finer) Krasna.
Bachelor of Arts, Yeshiva College, 1950; Doctor of Philosophy, Columbia University, 1955.
Member faculty, Columbia University, since 1956; professor biochemistry, Columbia University, since 1970; acting chairman, Columbia University, 1977-1978, 88-90; vice chairman, Columbia University, 1978-1988, 90-.
Member American Chemical Society, American Association Biological Chemists, American Association for the Advancement of Science, Harvey Society, American Society Microbiology, Sigma Xi.
Married Elaine C. Cohen, February 27, 1955. Children— Susan Roni, Gary Marc, Allen Selig.