Otto Robert Frisch
Physicist and contributor to atomic theory
Born
Died
1979
47 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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Contributed significantly to the development of nuclear physics and quantum mechanics. Worked at the University of Birmingham and later at the University of London. Co-developed the theory of nuclear fission with Lise Meitner, providing a theoretical basis for understanding the process that underlies atomic energy. Published extensively in the field of physics and was involved in various academic and research institutions throughout career.
Contributed to the discovery of nuclear fission
Co-authored a seminal paper with Lise Meitner
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