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Evert Hoek

Zimbabwean-Canadian engineer (1933-2024) · Canada · On the map · Scientists · Died at 90

Evert Hoek was a Zimbabwean-Canadian mechanical engineer specializing in geotechnical engineering and a leading international expert in rock mechanics.

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A life in dates

2024Died6 July 20242000Terzaghi LectureAward1993William Smith MedalAward1983Rankine LectureAward1933Born23 August 1933

Awards

Terzaghi Lecture2000
William Smith Medal1993
Rankine Lecture1983

About this person

Country
Canada
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1933 to 2024 · aged 90