George S. Hammond

American scientist and chemist

George S. Hammond - American scientist and chemist
Born

May 22nd, 1921
103 years ago

Died

2005
20 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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A chemist contributed significantly to the field of reaction dynamics. Developed innovative techniques in photochemistry and molecular spectroscopy. Served as a professor at the California Institute of Technology. Played a key role in the advancement of laser chemistry, firmly establishing a foundation for future research in the field.

Pioneered advancements in reaction dynamics

Developed techniques in photochemistry

Contributed to molecular spectroscopy

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