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Léon Lortie

1902 – 1985

Canadian chemist

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About Léon Lortie

Lived 1902 – 1985 (aged 83). Léon Lortie was a Canadian chemist.

Léon Lortie, (August 31, 1902 – December 31, 1985) was a Canadian chemist, academic, and writer.

In 1930, he defended his thesis on cerium under the direction of Nathalie Demassieux.

In 1970, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in recognition for having "distinguished himself in many government and professional organizations".

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Officer of the Order of Canada; Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada; Honorary doctorate at the Laval University; Honorary doctor of Caen University; Order of Canada
Also known as
Leon Lortie

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Léon Lortie?

Canadian chemist (1902–1985)

When was Léon Lortie born?

Léon Lortie was born on 31 August 1902 in Montreal.

When did Léon Lortie die?

Léon Lortie died on 31 December 1985.

What was Léon Lortie's occupation?

Léon Lortie was a chemist.

What nationality was Léon Lortie?

Léon Lortie was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Léon Lortie

· Wikidata: Q3271164

· DBpedia: Léon Lortie

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