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Bernard Yurke

b. 1951

American physicist

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About Bernard Yurke

Born 1951. Bernard Yurke is an American physicist.

Bernard Yurke is an American physicist, currently a distinguished research professor at Boise State University and an Elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

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Important facts

Born
28 November 1951, Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Physicist
Nationality
United States
Education
Cornell University, University of Texas at Austin, Boise State University, The University of Texas at Austin
Employers
Boise State University, California Institute of Technology
Awards
Max Born Award; Tulip Award in DNA Computing; Fellow of the American Physical Society; Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Also known as
Bernie Yurke, B. Yurke, B Yurke, Yurke, Yurke B, Yurke B.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Bernard Yurke?

American physicist

When was Bernard Yurke born?

Bernard Yurke was born on 28 November 1951 in Lutherstadt Wittenberg.

What is Bernard Yurke's occupation?

Bernard Yurke is a physicist.

What nationality is Bernard Yurke?

Bernard Yurke is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bernard Yurke

· Wikidata: Q15456865

· DBpedia: Bernard Yurke

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