Richard Fitch

Richard Fitch is a professor at Indiana University known for his work in chemistry, particularly in the field of toxicology. He has conducted research on various substances, including epibatidine, a highly toxic compound that has been linked to incidents of poisoning. His expertise was highlighted in discussions regarding the lethality of epibatidine, as he provided insights into its effects and the risks associated with its handling. Recently, he was in the news for explaining how minuscule doses of this poison could be fatal, particularly in the context of the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.