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Michael N. G. James

1940 – 2023

Professor at the University of Alberta

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About Michael N. G. James

Lived 1940 – 2023 (aged 83). Michael N. G. James was a scientist.

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Michael Norman George James (born 1940) (died 2023) was Emeritus Distinguished Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Alberta. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS) in 1989 for "substantial contributions to the improvement of natural knowledge". He was appointed to the Order of Canada in June 2023, with the rank of Officer. He lived in Edmonton.

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Important facts

Born
16 May 1940
Birth century
20th century
Died
24 July 2023
Occupation
Scientist
Education
University of Oxford, University of Alberta
Employers
University of Alberta
Awards
Fellow of the Royal Society; Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada; Officer of the Order of Canada
Also known as
Michael James, M. N. G. James, Michael Norman George James, Michael N G James

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Michael N. G. James?

Professor at the University of Alberta

When was Michael N. G. James born?

Michael N. G. James was born on 16 May 1940.

When did Michael N. G. James die?

Michael N. G. James died on 24 July 2023.

What was Michael N. G. James's occupation?

Michael N. G. James was a scientist.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael N. G. James

· Wikidata: Q21166771

· DBpedia: Michael N. G. James

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