About David Pines
Lived 1924 – 2018 (aged 93). David Pines was an American physicist, theoretical physicist, university teacher, nuclear physicist and astrophysicist, known for Gross–Pitaevskii equation, Nuclear structure and Plasmon.
Awards and honors
His seminal contributions to the theory of many-body systems and to theoretical astrophysics were recognized by two Guggenheim Fellowships,
Julius Edgar Lilienfeld Prize 2016
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Pines?
American physicist (1924–2018)
When was David Pines born?
David Pines was born on 8 June 1924 in Kansas City.
When did David Pines die?
David Pines died on 3 May 2018 in Urbana.
What was David Pines's occupation?
David Pines was a physicist, theoretical physicist, university teacher, nuclear physicist and astrophysicist.
What was David Pines known for?
David Pines was known for Gross–Pitaevskii equation, Nuclear structure, Plasmon and Random phase approximation.
What nationality was David Pines?
David Pines was American.
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