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Olev Träss

b. 1931

Estonian chemist (born 1931)

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About Olev Träss

Born 1931. Olev Träss is an Estonian and Canadian chemist and professor.

Olev Träss (born 1931 in Tartu) is an Estonian chemist who lives in Canada. He is a promoter of Estonian community in Canada.

He has graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

He is one of the founders of Tartu Institute (:et) in Toronto, and also its president. He is also one of the founder of Kotkajärv Forest University (:et).

In 2021 he received Aino Järvesoo prize for his contribution to sustaining and developing Estonian culture and language abroad.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Princeton University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Employers
University of Toronto
Awards
Order of the White Star, 4th Class

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Olev Träss's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Olev Träss?

Estonian chemist (born 1931)

When was Olev Träss born?

Olev Träss was born on 9 October 1931 in Tartu.

What is Olev Träss's occupation?

Olev Träss is a chemist and professor.

What nationality is Olev Träss?

Olev Träss is Estonian and Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Olev Träss

· Wikidata: Q29420255

· DBpedia: Olev Träss

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