About Jacques Beaulieu
Lived 1932 – 2014 (aged 82). Jacques Beaulieu was a Canadian physicist, known for TEA laser.
Jacques A. Beaulieu, (April 15, 1932 – August 19, 2014) was a Canadian physicist who invented the first TEA laser in 1968.
Awards In 1978, he was awarded the Royal Society of Canada's Thomas W. Eadie Medal. In 1980, he was made a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.
In 1999, he was made a Grand Officer of the National Order of Quebec.
In 2002, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in recognition of his "major influence on the development of lasers and their application in the fields of defence and medicine".
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Who was Jacques Beaulieu?
Canadian physicist (1932–2014)
When was Jacques Beaulieu born?
Jacques Beaulieu was born on 15 April 1932 in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu.
When did Jacques Beaulieu die?
Jacques Beaulieu died on 19 August 2014 in Quebec City.
What was Jacques Beaulieu's occupation?
Jacques Beaulieu was a physicist.
What was Jacques Beaulieu known for?
Jacques Beaulieu was known for TEA laser.
What nationality was Jacques Beaulieu?
Jacques Beaulieu was Canadian.
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