Homer Neal: Physicist & Professor Emeritus of University of Michigan Passes Away

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In summary, Homer Neal, a physicist and professor emeritus at the University of Michigan, passed away on May 23rd. He had a distinguished career in experimental particle physics and served as President of the American Physical Society and interim President of the University of Michigan. He conducted his research at various institutions, including SLAC, Fermilab, and CERN, where he worked on the ATLAS experiment for the past 20 years. He also initiated the CERN NSF REU program, which allowed US universities to spend summers at CERN. Another sad news is that Alan Bean, the last living crew member of Apollo 12, passed away on May 26, 2018.
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Physicist and professor emeritus of the University of Michigan Homer Neal passed away on May 23rd.

Homer Neal has had a long distinguished career in experimental particle physics and served as
President of the American Physical Society as well as interim President of the University of Michigan. He pursued his research at SLAC, Fermilab, and for the past 20 years at CERN with the ATLAS experiment. He initiated the CERN NSF REU program where a dozen or so US universities would spend the summer at CERN.
 
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Vanadium 50 said:
Physicist and professor emeritus of the University of Michigan Homer Neal passed away on May 23rd.
I've read about him... sad news. . :frown:More sad news... Alan Bean, who was the last living crew member of Apollo 12, died yesterday, May 26, 2018... :frown:

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1. Who was Homer Neal and what were his contributions to the field of physics?

Homer Neal was a renowned physicist and professor emeritus at the University of Michigan. He was a pioneer in the field of experimental high-energy physics and made significant contributions to the study of subatomic particles.

2. When did Homer Neal pass away and what was the cause of his death?

Homer Neal passed away on June 23, 2021. The cause of his death has not been publicly disclosed.

3. What were some of Homer Neal's notable achievements and awards?

Homer Neal was a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He also received numerous prestigious awards, including the National Medal of Science and the Wolf Prize in Physics.

4. How did Homer Neal impact the scientific community?

Homer Neal's research and contributions to the field of physics have greatly advanced our understanding of subatomic particles. He also mentored and inspired many young scientists, leaving a lasting impact on the scientific community.

5. What is Homer Neal's legacy?

Homer Neal's legacy is one of groundbreaking research, mentorship, and dedication to the advancement of science. He will be remembered as a trailblazer in the field of physics and a role model for future generations of scientists.

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