Gerhard Casimir
Dutch physicist (1909–2000)
1909 — 2000
Quick Facts
Profession
Dutch physicist (1909–2000)
Born
July 15, 1909
Died
2000 (age ~91)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
mathematician, physicist, university teacher
Kingdom of the NetherlandsBorn in The HagueDied in Heeze
1909
Born in The Hague (1909-07-15)
1957
AwardThree Physicists Prize
1970
AwardForeign Member of the Royal Society
1975
Awarddoctor honoris causa from the Pierre and Marie Curie University
1976
AwardMaxwell Lecture
1976
AwardIRI Medal
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gerhard Casimir?+
Gerhard Casimir is Dutch physicist (1909–2000). Born in 1909.
What does the name Gerhard mean?+
The name Gerhard means "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is of German origin.
When was Gerhard Casimir born?+
Gerhard Casimir was born on July 15, 1909.
When did Gerhard Casimir die?+
Gerhard Casimir died in 2000, at approximately 91 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert
The name Gerhard is of German origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gerhard — July 15, 1909
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Guestbook
I quote you in class. The students always lean in.
— a science teacher
Your paper from '98 is still on my desk. Dog-eared and highlighted.
— a grad student
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