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Peter Trier

1919 – 2005

British physicist

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About Peter Trier

Lived 1919 – 2005 (aged 85). Peter Trier was a physicist.

Peter Eugene Trier (12 September 1919, Darmstadt – 21 March 2005) was a German physicist, electrical engineer and businessman. He was director of Mullard Research Laboratories from 1953 to 1969. He won the Richard Glazebrook Medal and Prize in 1984.

Early years Peter was the son of Ernst Joseph Trier (1886–1938), a prominent Darmstadt furniture manufacturer and Nelly Marie Bender.

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Koninklijke Philips NV
Awards
Glazebrook Medal

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Peter Trier?

British physicist

When was Peter Trier born?

Peter Trier was born on 12 September 1919 in Darmstadt.

When did Peter Trier die?

Peter Trier died on 21 March 2005.

What was Peter Trier's occupation?

Peter Trier was a physicist.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter Trier

· Wikidata: Q56556531

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