István Hargittai

Hungarian chemist and author
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Summary

István Hargittai was born on August 11, 1941[1], in Budapest[2]. He has worked as a chemist[3], university teacher[4], and historian[5]. He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]

Key Facts

  • Spouse: Magdolna Hargittai[7]
  • Country of citizenship: Hungary[8]
  • Field of work: chemistry[9], history of science[10]
  • Employer: Budapest University of Technology and Economics[11]
  • Award received: Széchenyi Prize[12], Q109986273[13]
  • Member of: Academia Europaea[14]
  • Sex or gender: male[15]
  • Commons category: István Hargittai[16]
  • Given name: István[17]
  • Work location: Budapest[18]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: Hungarian[19], English[20]
  • Birth name: Wilhelm István[21]

FAQs

Where was István Hargittai born?

István Hargittai's place of birth was Budapest[2].

Who was István Hargittai married to?

István Hargittai's spouses include Magdolna Hargittai[7].

What did István Hargittai do for work?

István Hargittai worked as a chemist[3], university teacher[4], and historian[5].

What awards did István Hargittai receive?

Honors received include Széchenyi Prize[12] and Q109986273[13].

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  1. [6] ↑ . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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    Birth name → Wilhelm István
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