Mahmoud Younis
Egyptian engineer and inventor
Born
April 12th, 1911
114 years ago
Died
1976
49 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Egypt
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Born in 1911, Younis was an engineer who contributed significantly to the field of civil engineering in Egypt. He specialized in infrastructure projects and played a vital role in the design and construction of numerous bridges and roads. Younis's work focused on improving transportation networks, which facilitated economic growth and connectivity across the region. His innovative approaches to engineering challenges left a lasting legacy in the field.
Designed key infrastructure projects in Egypt
Improved transportation networks
Contributed to major civil engineering advancements
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