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Bernard M. Oliver

American scientist (1916-1995) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 79

Bernard More Oliver also known as Barney Oliver, was an American engineer who made contributions in many fields, including radar, television, and computers. He was the founder and director of Hewlett-Packard (HP) laboratories until his retirement in 1981.

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2004National Inventors Hall of FameAward1995Died23 November 19951986National Medal of ScienceAward1977IEEE Lamme MedalAward1916Born17 May 1916

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Awards

National Inventors Hall of Fame2004
National Medal of Science1986
IEEE Lamme Medal1977

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He is also a recognized pioneer in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI). Oliver was president of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers in 1965.

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1916 to 1995 · aged 79