Karl Taylor Compton
American physicist and educator
Born
September 14th, 1887
137 years ago
Died
1954
71 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributions to physics included research in radiation surveys and the invention of the interferometer, which measured light waves. Held a significant role in the advancement of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, serving as president from 1930 to 1948. Worked on the Manhattan Project during World War II, contributing to the wartime efforts in nuclear physics and the development of atomic energy. Authored several scientific papers and textbooks, educating future generations in the field of physics.
Served as president of MIT from 1930 to 1948
Contributed to the Manhattan Project
Developed the Compton effect in physics
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