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Eli M. Pearce

1929 – 2015

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About Eli M. Pearce

Lived 1929 – 2015 (aged 86). Eli M. Pearce was an American chemist, university teacher and scientist.

Eli M. Pearce (May 1, 1929 – May 18, 2015) was research professor at New York University Polytechnic School of Engineering and a past-president of the American Chemical Society. He received a B.S. degree in chemistry from Brooklyn College in 1949. Pearce earned a Ph.D. in chemistry from Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn (now NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering). He published more than 250 papers on his research. He designed fire-resistant polymers.

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New York University Tandon School of Engineering, Brooklyn College
Employers
New York University Tandon School of Engineering

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Eli M. Pearce?

scientist

When was Eli M. Pearce born?

Eli M. Pearce was born on 1 May 1929 in New York City.

When did Eli M. Pearce die?

Eli M. Pearce died on 18 May 2015.

What was Eli M. Pearce's occupation?

Eli M. Pearce was a chemist, university teacher and scientist.

What nationality was Eli M. Pearce?

Eli M. Pearce was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eli M. Pearce

· Wikidata: Q20059889

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