Paul Josef Crutzen
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Who was Paul Josef Crutzen?
Dutch atmospheric chemist who shared the 1995 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work on ozone depletion and coined the term 'Anthropocene'.
Biographical data adapted from Wikipedia’s article on Paul Josef Crutzen (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Awards & Honors
| Award | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Nobel Prize in Chemistry | 1995 | for their work in atmospheric chemistry, particularly concerning the formation and decomposition of ozone |
| Leo Szilard Lectureship Award | 1985 | — |
| Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement | 1989 | — |
| Volvo Environment Prize | 1991 | — |
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