Edward Teller
Physicist and 'father of the hydrogen bomb'
Born
January 15th, 1908
117 years ago
Died
September 9th, 2003
22 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the development of nuclear weapons and was a prominent figure in the establishment of the hydrogen bomb. Participated in the Manhattan Project during World War II, which led to the first atomic bomb. Later, aided in the development of the thermonuclear bomb at the Los Alamos National Laboratory. Involved in policy discussions regarding nuclear energy and systems of defense. After retirement, continued to influence scientific debate and paid particular attention to the implications of nuclear power and its regulations.
Developed the hydrogen bomb
Contributed to the Manhattan Project
Advocated for nuclear power regulation
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