Professor

The Professor is a scientist living in the town of Broken Hills

Background
His work revolves around the creation of intelligence-boosting chemical compounds and applying them to test subjects. He managed to create an intelligent spore plant named Seymour and an intelligent radscorpion. He also claims to have helped to develop a method for easy mass-production of Mentats and other drugs, as well as having created the game of chess.

Appearances
The Professor appears only in Fallout 2.

Behind the scenes
The Professor is also mentioned in the Fallout Bible.