E. J. Bowen
British physical chemist and researcher
Born
April 29th, 1898
127 years ago
Died
1980
45 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributed significantly to the field of physical chemistry. Conducted research focused on polymer science and molecular structure. Worked on the behavior of gases and the nature of chemical bonds. Published numerous papers that advanced understanding in these areas and influenced future studies in physical chemistry.
Conducted influential research on polymer science
Published extensively on molecular structure
Studied the behavior of gases
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