Heinz Oberhummer

Austrian physicist and astronomer

Heinz Oberhummer - Austrian physicist and astronomer
Born

1941
84 years ago

Died

November 24th, 2015
9 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Austria

Links & References

Contributions to physics and astronomy included significant research in nuclear physics and astrophysics. Served as a professor at several universities in Austria. Focused on educational initiatives and popular science communication, fostering interest in science among students and the public. Developed programs and initiatives aimed at expanding knowledge and understanding of complex scientific concepts. Published scholarly articles and books that contributed to the field.

Research in nuclear physics

Astrophysics studies

Educational initiatives in science

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