Robert F. Christy
Physicist and astronomer, Manhattan Project
Born
May 14th, 1916
109 years ago
Died
October 3rd, 2012
12 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Canada
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Contributions to nuclear physics and astrophysics marked a significant career. Worked on the Manhattan Project during World War II, focusing on nuclear weapon development. After the war, engaged in research related to cosmic radiation and stellar nucleosynthesis. Held academic positions and was involved in international scientific collaboration. Contributed to the development of the Los Alamos National Laboratory and the California Institute of Technology.
Worked on the Manhattan Project
Contributed to cosmic radiation research
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