Bernard Vonnegut Scientist

Bernard Vonnegut (August 29, 1914 – April 25, 1997) was an American atmospheric scientist credited with discovering that silver iodide could be used effectively in cloud seeding to produce snow and rain. He was the older brother of American novelist Kurt Vonnegut.

Personal facts

Birth dateAugust 29, 1914
Birth place
Indianapolis
Date of deathApril 25, 1997
Place of death
Albany New York
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Doctor of Philosophy
Known for
Cloud seeding
Lightning
Atmospheric chemistry
Atmospheric electricity

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