Herbert Kroemer

Physicist and Nobel Prize Laureate

Herbert Kroemer - Physicist and Nobel Prize Laureate
Born

August 25th, 1928
97 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Born in Germany, a physicist and engineer focused on semiconductor technologies. Conducted groundbreaking research in quantum well structures. Emigrated to the United States, where significant contributions to the field of optoelectronics followed. Held prestigious academic positions, including a professorship at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2000 for achievements in the development of semiconductor heterostructures. Continued involvement in academia and research throughout career, influencing future generations of scientists.

Awarded Nobel Prize in Physics in 2000

Developed semiconductor heterostructures

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