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Robert Karplus

American theoretical physicist (1927-1990) · United States · Academics · Died at 63

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Robert Karplus was a theoretical physicist and leader in the field of science education.

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Awards

Oersted Medal1981
Guggenheim Fellowship
Fellow of the American Physical Society

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Sibling: Martin Karplus

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1927 to 1990 · aged 63

In common with Robert

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