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Walter Thiel

1949 – 2019

German chemist

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About Walter Thiel

Lived 1949 – 2019 (aged 70). Walter Thiel was a German chemist and university teacher, known for MNDO and Semi-empirical quantum chemistry methods.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Known for
MNDO, Semi-empirical quantum chemistry methods
Education
University of Marburg, University of Texas at Austin, Max Planck Institute for Coal Research, University of Zurich
Employers
University of Düsseldorf, University of Wuppertal, University of Zurich
Awards
Liebig Medal; Schrödinger Medal; Kołos Medal
Also known as
W Thiel

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Walter Thiel's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Walter Thiel?

German chemist (1949–2019)

When was Walter Thiel born?

Walter Thiel was born on 7 March 1949 in Treysa.

When did Walter Thiel die?

Walter Thiel died on 23 August 2019.

What was Walter Thiel's occupation?

Walter Thiel was a chemist and university teacher.

What was Walter Thiel known for?

Walter Thiel was known for MNDO and Semi-empirical quantum chemistry methods.

What nationality was Walter Thiel?

Walter Thiel was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Walter Thiel

· Wikidata: Q109205

· DBpedia: Walter Thiel (chemist)

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