About Keith Hunter
Lived 1951 – 2018 (aged 66). Keith Hunter was a New Zealand chemist.
Keith Andrew Hunter (24 November 1951 – 24 October 2018) was a New Zealand ocean chemist who was a professor of chemistry and pro-vice-chancellor of sciences, at the University of Otago.
Biography Born on 24 November 1951, Hunter was the son of Nevin Lindsay Hunter and Othle May Hunter (née Brenton). He then spent a year at the French Atomic Energy Commission.
Hunter retired as pro vice chancellor of sciences at Otago in 2016 after six years in the position, and died at his home in Dunedin on 24 October 2018.
Notable students of Hunter include Tuifuisaʻa Patila Amosa.
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Who was Keith Hunter?
New Zealand marine chemist (1951–2018)
When was Keith Hunter born?
Keith Hunter was born on 24 November 1951.
When did Keith Hunter die?
Keith Hunter died on 24 October 2018 in Dunedin.
What was Keith Hunter's occupation?
Keith Hunter was a chemist.
What nationality was Keith Hunter?
Keith Hunter was New Zealand.
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· DBpedia: Keith Hunter (chemist)
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