David Rittenberg

Background

Rittenberg, David was born on November 11, 1906 in New York City. Son of Joseph and Sadie (Bloch) Rittenberg.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, College City New York, 1929. Doctor of Philosophy, Columbia, 1934.

Career

1 son, Stephen. Professor biochemistry College Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia, 1934-1956, Executive officer department biochemistry, 1956-1964, department chairman biochemistry, 1956-1969. Board Governors Weizmann Institute Science, Rehovoth, Israel, honorary fellowship.

Achievements

• David Rittenberg has been listed as a noteworthy educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member National Academy Sciences, American Academy Arts and Sciences.

Connections

Married Sara Merson, June 30, 1930.

Father:

Joseph Rittenberg

Mother:

Sadie (Bloch) Rittenberg

Spouse:

Sara Merson