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John R. Dunning

American physicist (1907-1975) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 67

John Ray Dunning was an American physicist who played key roles in the Manhattan Project that developed the first atomic bombs. He specialized in neutron physics, and did pioneering work in gaseous diffusion for isotope separation.

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Fellow of the American Physical Society

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He was dean of the school of engineering and applied science at Columbia University from 1950 to 1969.

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1907 to 1975 · aged 67