About Gilles Cloutier
Lived 1928 – 2014 (aged 85). Gilles Cloutier was a Canadian physicist.
Gilles George Cloutier, (June 27, 1928 – May 13, 2014) was a Canadian physicist and former director of the Alberta Research Council.
Early life and education
Born in Quebec City, he was educated at Université Laval and McGill University.
Career
He was rector of the Université de Montréal from 1985 to 1993.
He died in 2014 at the age of 85.
Honours In 1976, he was made a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. In 1981, he made an Officer of the Order of Canada. In 1983, he was awarded an honorary Doctor of Science from the University of Alberta. In 1989, he was made an Officer of the National Order of Quebec. In 1993, he was promoted to Companion of the Order of Canada. He was appointed to the Canada Foundation for Innovation.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gilles Cloutier?
Canadian physicist (1928–2014)
When was Gilles Cloutier born?
Gilles Cloutier was born on 27 June 1928 in Quebec City.
When did Gilles Cloutier die?
Gilles Cloutier died on 13 May 2014 in Laval.
What was Gilles Cloutier's occupation?
Gilles Cloutier was a physicist.
What nationality was Gilles Cloutier?
Gilles Cloutier was Canadian.
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