Robert Oppenheimer
Robert Oppenheimer was an American theoretical physicist best known as the scientific director of the Manhattan Project, which developed the first nuclear weapons during World War II. He played a crucial role in modern physics and became a prominent figure in the scientific community, known for his complex personality and philosophical reflections on science and ethics. After the war, Oppenheimer continued to influence science policy and education in the United States and served as the director of the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, where he interacted with notable scientists, including Yvonne Choquet-Bruhat.
Born on Apr 22, 1904 (121 years old)
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Robert Oppenheimer, known as the 'father of the atomic bomb', reflected on the moment of the first nuclear test in an interview.
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Hungary:
Robert Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb, warned against the superweapon that could lead to the destruction of humanity.
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Slovenia:
Robert Oppenheimer is a key figure in the American project for the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.
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Cillian Murphy won an Oscar for his portrayal of the physicist Robert Oppenheimer.
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Switzerland:
Robert Oppenheimer was involved in the creation of the atomic bomb and helped establish the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists.
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United Kingdom:
Robert Oppenheimer is referred to as the father of the atomic bomb.
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Switzerland:
Robert Oppenheimer is recognized as one of the fathers of the Manhattan Project.
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Bangladesh:
He was the chief scientist of the Manhattan Project and created the bomb known as 'the Gadget'.
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Colombia:
Robert Oppenheimer was part of the Manhattan Project, which developed the atomic bombs used in World War II.
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Montenegro:
Robert Oppenheimer led the team that created the first atomic bomb.
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