Alexander Pierce Anderson: The Minnesota Botanist Who Invented Puffed Rice

Dr. Alexander P. Anderson, a plant physiologist and the inventor of the process for making puffed cereals. The image likely depicts him in his laboratory, possibly working on his experiments related to starch crystals and the puffing process.

The Puffed Rice Pioneer November 23, 1862  Today is the birthday of the American plant physiologist, botanist, educator, and inventor Alexander Pierce Anderson. Alexander grew up in rural Southeastern, Minnesota. His cousin, John Lind, became the governor of Minnesota. After getting a degree in botany, Alexander went on to teach at Clemson. Three years later,…

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