“I have just joined the Board of the Population Institute because I am convinced that early stabilization of the world's population is important for the attainment of this objective.”
Quote by Walter Kohn
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Walter Kohn: Personal Stories and Anecdotes Told by Friends and Collaborators
The volume offers insights into Kohn's life, work, and character through the recollections of those who knew him well, providing a unique perspective on his contributions to the field of physics. more
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Walter Kohn
Walter Kohn was a renowned physicist born on March 9, 1923, in Germany. He made significant contributions to quantum mechanics and solid-state physics, particularly in the development of density functional theory. Kohn was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1998, jointly with John Pople, for his contributions to quantum mechanics. His research has had a profound impact on materials science and chemistry. more
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