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“I don't like to say bad things about paleontologists, but they're not very good scientists. They're more like stamp collectors.”

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Luis Walter Alvarez

Luis Walter Alvarez was a renowned physicist known for his contributions to particle physics and cosmic ray research. Born on June 13, 1911, and passing away on September 1, 1988, Alvarez made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics and particle accelerator technology. more

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