George K. Burgess
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George Kimball Burgess (January 4, 1874 ā July 2, 1932) was an American physicist, considered one of the most notable scientists of his era. He authored and translated numerous studies, was a leading member and president of many scientific societies and, for the last nine years of his life, served as director of the National Bureau of Standards.[1]
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George Kimball Burgess | |
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2nd Director of the National Bureau of Standards | |
In office April 21, 1923 (1923-04-21) ā July 2, 1932 (1932-07-02) | |
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Preceded by | Samuel Wesley Stratton |
Succeeded by | Lyman James Briggs |
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Born | (1874-01-04)January 4, 1874 Newton, Massachusetts |
Died | July 2, 1932(1932-07-02) (aged 58) Washington, D.C. |
Nationality | American |
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Fields | Physics |
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