Peter Ziegler

Geologist with significant academic contributions

Peter Ziegler - Geologist with significant academic contributions
Born

1928
97 years ago

Died

July 19th, 2013
11 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Switzerland

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A Swiss geologist and academic contributed extensively to the field of geology through research and teaching. Associated with the University of Bern, focused on structural geology and tectonics. Authored numerous scientific papers and led significant geological studies in the Alps, advancing understanding of mountain formation and geology. Passed away on July 19, 2013.

Published influential papers on tectonics

Conducted geological studies in the Alps

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