Karl Taylor Compton

American physicist and educator

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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