Dudley R. Herschbach
American chemist, Nobel laureate
Born
June 18th, 1932
93 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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