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Iain Donald Campbell

1941 – 2014

Biophysicist, biochemist

Biochemist
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About Iain Donald Campbell

Lived 1941 – 2014 (aged 72). Iain Donald Campbell was a British biochemist, known for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance.

Early life and education Campbell was born on 24 April 1941 in Blackford, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. He was educated at Perth Academy, a state school in Perth. He remained at St Andrews to undertake post-graduate research and completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in physics. He was appointed a Fellow of St John's College, Oxford in 1987 and Emeritus Research Fellow in 2009.

Awards and honours Campbell was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS) in 1995. and received honorary degrees from the University of Lund, University of Portsmouth and University of St Andrews.

Personal life Campbell married Karin Wehle in 1967. The family lived in Summertown, Oxford. Campbell died of bone cancer.

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Important facts

Born
24 April 1941, Perth
Birth century
20th century
Died
5 March 2014, England
Occupation
Biochemist
Nationality
United Kingdom
Known for
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
Education
University of St Andrews, Perth Academy
Employers
University of Bradford
Awards
Croonian Medal and Lecture; Portland Press Excellence in Science Award; Fellow of the Royal Society; Croonian Lecture; EMBO Member
Also known as
Iain Campbell, Iain D. Campbell

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Iain Donald Campbell?

biophysicist, biochemist (1941-2014)

When was Iain Donald Campbell born?

Iain Donald Campbell was born on 24 April 1941 in Perth.

When did Iain Donald Campbell die?

Iain Donald Campbell died on 5 March 2014 in England.

What was Iain Donald Campbell's occupation?

Iain Donald Campbell was a biochemist.

What was Iain Donald Campbell known for?

Iain Donald Campbell was known for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance.

What nationality was Iain Donald Campbell?

Iain Donald Campbell was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Iain Donald Campbell

· Wikidata: Q16931392

· DBpedia: Iain Donald Campbell

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