Maria Petrou
AI researcher
About Maria Petrou
Lived 1953 – 2012 (aged 59). Maria Petrou was a Greek computer scientist, artificial intelligence researcher, physicist, imperial College London and university of Surrey, known for Artificial intelligence.
Personal life
Petrou married Phil L. Palmer, a British astronomer, with whom she had one son before divorcing. She died of cancer in October 2012, aged 59.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Maria Petrou?
AI researcher
When was Maria Petrou born?
Maria Petrou was born on 17 May 1953 in Thessaloniki.
When did Maria Petrou die?
Maria Petrou died on 15 October 2012 in Thessaloniki.
What was Maria Petrou's occupation?
Maria Petrou was a computer scientist, artificial intelligence researcher, physicist, imperial College London and university of Surrey.
What was Maria Petrou known for?
Maria Petrou was known for Artificial intelligence.
What nationality was Maria Petrou?
Maria Petrou was Greek.
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