Dudley R. Herschbach

American chemist, Nobel laureate

Dudley R. Herschbach - American chemist, Nobel laureate
Born

June 18th, 1932
92 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to the field of chemistry with innovative research on molecular beams. Collaboration with colleagues led to the development of techniques that enhanced the understanding of chemical reactions. Received a Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1986 for work on crossed molecular beams with two other scientists. Served as a professor at Harvard University, where contributions to science education and research were recognized extensively.

Awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1986

Pioneered research on crossed molecular beams

Held a professorship at Harvard University

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