Paul J. Crutzen

Nobel Prize-winning chemist

Paul J. Crutzen - Nobel Prize-winning chemist
Born

December 3rd, 1933
91 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Netherlands

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Contributed significantly to atmospheric chemistry, particularly in understanding the role of ozone in the stratosphere. Developed theories surrounding the impacts of man-made pollutants on the climate and stratospheric ozone layer. Played a pivotal role in advancing climate science and policy through research that linked human activities to global warming. Shared the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1995 for work with other scientists focused on the formation and decomposition of ozone in the atmosphere.

Shared the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1995

Developed the concept of anthropogenic ozone depletion

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