Louis Néel

French physicist, Nobel Prize winner

Louis Néel - Scientists & Innovators born November 22nd, 1904
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Contributions to physics included research in magnetism, particularly in the area of ferrimagnetism and antiferromagnetism. Conducted significant studies that led to the discovery and understanding of magnetic domains. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1970 for discoveries regarding spontaneous magnetic ordering in matter. Had a long academic career, serving as a professor and director of research at the CNRS in France.

Received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1970

Pioneered research on magnetic domains

Studied ferrimagnetism and antiferromagnetism

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