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Arthur Wightman

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American physicist (1922-2013)

United StatesScientistsLived 1922 to 2013 · aged 90
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Arthur Strong Wightman was an American mathematical physicist. He was one of the founders of the axiomatic approach to quantum field theory, and originated the set of Wightman axioms. With his rigorous treatment of quantum field theories, he promoted research on various aspects of modern mathematical physics.

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Awards 4

1997Henri Poincaré Prize
1976Josiah Willard Gibbs Lectureship
1969Dannie Heineman Prize for Mathematical Physics
Fellow of the American Physical Society

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1922 to 2013 · aged 90
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17 languages

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