Nico M. M. Nibbering
Dutch chemist and educator
Born
1938
87 years ago
Died
August 25th, 2014
11 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Netherlands
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Contributed significantly to the field of chemistry, particularly in the area of chemical research and education. Held a prominent academic position and influenced many students throughout a lengthy career. Focused on the development of analytical methods and promoted collaborative research efforts. Engaged in various scientific endeavors that advanced the understanding of chemical processes.
Published numerous research papers
Served as a professor at a leading university
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