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   Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen (/ ˈ r ɛ n t ɡ ə n,-dʒ ə n, ˈ r ʌ n t-/; [3] German: [ˈvɪlhɛlm ˈʁœntɡən] ⓘ; 27 March 1845 – 10 February 1923) was a German mechanical engineer and physicist, [4] who, on 8 November 1895, produced and detected electromagnetic radiation in a wavelength range known as X-rays or Röntgen rays, an ...

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   Sep 5, 2024 · Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen was a physicist who received the first Nobel Prize for Physics, in 1901, for his discovery of X-rays, which heralded the age of modern physics and revolutionized diagnostic medicine.

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4. www.nobelprize.org › prizes › physicsWilhelm Conrad Röntgen – Biographical - NobelPrize.org

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   Learn about the life and achievements of the discoverer of X-rays, who received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901. Find out how he studied cathode rays, made the first röntgenogram, and received many honours and awards.

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6. www.famousscientists.org › wilhelm-rontgenWilhelm Röntgen - Biography, Facts and Pictures

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   Learn about the life and achievements of Wilhelm Röntgen, the German physicist who discovered x-rays in 1895. Find out how he made his groundbreaking discovery, how it was used in medicine and physics, and what awards he received.

7. www.nobelprize.org › prizes › physicsWilhelm Conrad Röntgen – Facts - NobelPrize.org

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   Learn about the life and work of Wilhelm Röntgen, who discovered X-rays in 1895 and received the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901. Find out how X-rays have impacted science and society, and explore other Nobel Prizes and laureates.

8. www.worldhistory.org › article › 2497Discovery of X-Rays - World History Encyclopedia

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   Jul 19, 2024 · Learn how German scientist Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discovered X-rays or Röntgen rays in 1895, a form of invisible radiation that can pass through objects. Explore the history, science, and applications of X-rays and their impact on medicine and photography.

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   Who was Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen?

   • The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica This article was most recently revised and updated by Encyclopaedia Britannica. Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen was a physicist who received the first Nobel Prize for Physics, in 1901, for his discovery of X-rays, which heralded the age of modern physics and revolutionized diagnostic medicine.

   Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen | Biography, Discovery, X-Rays, & Facts

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   Who is Wilhelm Röntgen?

   • Prize share: 1/1 Wilhelm Röntgen was born in Lennep, Germany, but grew up in Holland. Röntgen earned his undergraduate degree at the ETH Zurich university and received his doctorate in physics from the University of Zurich.

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   Did Wilhelm Röntgen ever patent X-ray technology?

   • Wilhelm Röntgen received numerous accolades for his work, including the first Nobel Prize in physics in 1901, yet he remained modest and never tried to patent his discovery. Today, X-ray technology is widely used in medicine, material analysis and devices such as airport security scanners.

   German scientist discovers X‑rays | November 8, 1895 | HISTORY

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   What did Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discover?

   • Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen's discovery revolutionised medical imaging. Today, X-ray technology is used for taking X-rays of the human body and teeth, radiation therapy is used to treat cancer and shrink tumours, airport security uses X-rays to scan passenger luggage, and X-rays are used by art historians to uncover art fraud.

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10. www.history.com › this-day-in-history › germanGerman scientist discovers X‑rays | November 8, 1895 - HISTORY

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    Nov 24, 2009 · On November 8, 1895, the German physicist accidentally observed the new electromagnetic waves that would revolutionize medicine and science. Learn about his experiments, achievements and legacy in this article from HISTORY.com.