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Wilhelm Hanle

German physicist (1901-1993) · Germany · On the map · Scientists · Died at 92

Wilhelm Hanle was a German experimental physicist. He is known for the Hanle effect. During World War II, he made contributions to the German nuclear energy project, also known as the Uranium Club.

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Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
Honorary Doctor of the University of Stuttgart

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From 1941 until emeritus status in 1969, he was an ordinarius professor of experimental physics and held the chair of physics at the University of Giessen.

Country
Germany
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1901 to 1993 · aged 92