Robert Oppenheimer
American theoretical physicist, known as "father of the atomic bomb" (1904–1967)
1904 — 1967
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Profession
American theoretical physicist, known as "father of the atomic bomb" (1904–1967)
Born
April 22, 1904
Died
1967 (age ~63)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
scientist, engineer, physicist
United StatesBorn in ManhattanDied in Princeton
1904
Born in Manhattan (1904-04-22)
1943
Positiondirector (1943–1945)
1945
AwardMessenger Lectures
1946
AwardMedal for Merit
1947
Positiondirector (1947–1966)
1947
AwardRichtmyer Memorial Lecture Award
About
J. Robert Oppenheimer was an American theoretical physicist who served as the director of the Manhattan Project's Los Alamos Laboratory during World War II. He is often called the "father of the atomic bomb" for his role in overseeing the development of the first nuclear weapons.
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Who is Robert Oppenheimer?+
J. Robert Oppenheimer was an American theoretical physicist who served as the director of the Manhattan Project's Los Alamos Laboratory during World War II. He is often called the "father of the atomic bomb" for his role in overseeing the development of the first nuclear weapons.
What does the name Robert mean?+
The name Robert means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.". It is of English origin.
When was Robert Oppenheimer born?+
Robert Oppenheimer was born on April 22, 1904.
When did Robert Oppenheimer die?+
Robert Oppenheimer died in 1967, at approximately 63 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.
The name Robert is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Names related to Robert
Robert — April 22, 1904
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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Built on your work. Hope I did it justice.
— a researcher
Your paper from '98 is still on my desk. Dog-eared and highlighted.
— a grad student
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