Isaac Asimov was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. 

Born, January 2, 1920 Petrovichi, Russian SFSR

Died April 6, 1992 (aged 72) New York City, U.S.

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Isaac Asimov was a prolific author and biochemist known for his contributions to science fiction and popular science writing. Here are five lesser-known facts about him:

Prolific Writer: Isaac Asimov was incredibly prolific, having written or edited over 500 books and an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. His works covered a wide range of subjects, including science fiction, popular science, history, religion, and literature.

Multilingual Scholar: Asimov was proficient in multiple languages. He could read and write in English, Russian, Yiddish, and even had a good understanding of several classical languages, including Latin and ancient Greek. His linguistic skills allowed him to delve into a wide range of literary and scientific works.

Three Laws of Robotics: Asimov formulated the famous "Three Laws of Robotics" which he introduced in his short story "Runaround" in 1942. These laws became a fundamental framework in the field of robotics and artificial intelligence. The three laws are designed to govern the behavior of robots and ensure their ethical use.

A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm.

A robot must obey the orders given to it by human beings, except where such orders would conflict with the First Law.

A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the First or Second Law.

Educational Background: Asimov earned his Ph.D. in biochemistry from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Although he is best known for his contributions to science fiction, his scientific background and expertise were significant influences in his science fiction writing, especially in his Foundation series.