Chaim L. Pekeris Scientist

Chaim Leib Pekeris (June 15, 1908 – February 24, 1993) was an Israeli-American physicist and mathematician. He made notable contributions to geophysics and the spectral theory of many-electron atoms, in particular the Helium atom. He was also one of the designers of the first computer in Israel, WEIZAC.

Personal facts

Birth dateJune 15, 1908
Birth place
Alytus , Vilna Governorate
Nationality
Israeli Jews
Date of deathFebruary 24, 1993
Place of death
Rehovot , Israel
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Known for
Surface wave

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