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Stephen Jacobsen

1940 – 2016

American biomedical engineer

Biomedical engineer
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About Stephen Jacobsen

Lived 1940 – 2016 (aged 75). Stephen Jacobsen was an American biomedical engineer, known for Sarcos.

Stephen Charles Jacobsen (1940–2016) was an American bioengineer, a pioneer in his field, specifically in developing medical devices and tools, including an artificial kidney and an exoskeleton, and was Distinguished Professor at University of Utah. He was a Fellow of the National Academy of Engineering and Institute of Medicine.

Jacobsen founded Sarcos, a technological company producing robots and microelectromechanical systems, in 1983.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Biomedical engineer
Nationality
Known for
Sarcos
Education
University of Utah, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT
Employers
University of Utah
Awards
Utah Governor's Medal for Science and Technology; ASME Leonardo Da Vinci Award; IEEE Robotics and Automation Society; National Academy of Engineering; National Academy of Medicine
Also known as
Stephen Charles Jacobsen

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Stephen Jacobsen?

American biomedical engineer

When was Stephen Jacobsen born?

Stephen Jacobsen was born on 15 July 1940 in Salt Lake City.

When did Stephen Jacobsen die?

Stephen Jacobsen died on 3 April 2016 in Salt Lake City.

What was Stephen Jacobsen's occupation?

Stephen Jacobsen was a biomedical engineer.

What was Stephen Jacobsen known for?

Stephen Jacobsen was known for Sarcos.

What nationality was Stephen Jacobsen?

Stephen Jacobsen was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Stephen Jacobsen

· Wikidata: Q28756477

· DBpedia: Stephen Jacobsen

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