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Stephen Pearton

1957 – 2025

American materials scientist and engineer

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About Stephen Pearton

Lived 1957 – 2025 (aged 67–68). Stephen Pearton was a materials scientist, researcher and engineer.

Stephen John Pearton (January 15, 1957 – December 7, 2025) was an Australian and American materials scientist, engineer and a Distinguished Professor at the University of Florida. Pearton's work focused on the use of advanced materials in areas such as laser diodes, nanomaterial applications, and similar applications.

Life and career Pearton was born in Hobart, Tasmania, on January 15, 1957. He was a recipient of the J.J. Ebers Award from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the David Adler Lectureship Award in the Field of Materials Physics from the American Physical Society. He was also a Fellow of multiple professional or academic societies, including the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, the American Physical Society, the Materials Research Society, and the American Vacuum Society.

Pearton died on December 7, 2025, at the age of 68.

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Important facts

Born
1957
Birth century
Occupation
Materials scientist, researcher, engineer
Employers
University of Florida
Awards
David Adler Lectureship Award in the Field of Materials Physics; J. J. Ebers Award
Also known as
Stephen J. Pearton

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Stephen Pearton?

American materials scientist and engineer

When was Stephen Pearton born?

Stephen Pearton was born in 1957.

When did Stephen Pearton die?

Stephen Pearton died on 7 December 2025.

What was Stephen Pearton's occupation?

Stephen Pearton was a materials scientist, researcher and engineer.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Stephen Pearton

· Wikidata: Q30069946

· DBpedia: Stephen Pearton

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