Born
November 17, 1902
Budapest, Hungary
Died
January 1, 1995
Princeton, United States
Known for
Hungarian-American physicist and mathematician
Eugene Wigner (1902–1995) was Hungary best known for Hungarian-American physicist and mathematician.
Eugene Paul Wigner (November 17, 1902 – January 1, 1995) was a Hungarian-American theoretical physicist. He won the Nobel Prize in Physics for his foundational work on symmetry principles in quantum mechanics and his contributions to nuclear theory. His scientific insights and vital role in the Manhattan Project profoundly shaped the 20th century.
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When did Eugene Wigner die?
Eugene Wigner died on January 1, 1995 in Princeton, United States, at the age of 92.
Where was Eugene Wigner born?
Eugene Wigner was born in Budapest, Hungary on November 17, 1902.
What is Eugene Wigner best known for?
Eugene Wigner is best known for Hungarian-American physicist and mathematician.
How old was Eugene Wigner when they died?
Eugene Wigner was 92 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Eugene Wigner?
Eugene Wigner was from Hungary.
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