Werner Hartmann

German physicist and academic

Werner Hartmann - German physicist and academic
Born

January 30th, 1912
113 years ago

Died

1988
37 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Born in 1912, a physicist contributed significantly to the field of nuclear physics. Worked at various institutions, including the German Atomic Energy Commission. Published extensively on topics related to nuclear structure and reactions. Played a critical role in post-war scientific research in Germany, particularly within the realms of theoretical and experimental physics. His efforts helped shape developments in nuclear energy and its applications.

Contributed to nuclear structure studies

Published influential research papers

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