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Werner Heisenberg

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1901 — 1976

Explore the timeline of Werner Heisenberg, a key figure in the development of quantum mechanics. From his early years and groundbreaking work on the uncertainty principle to his contributions during World War II and later life, discover the milestones that shaped the legacy of this Nobel Prize-winning physicist.

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Born December 5, 1901
Died February 1, 1976
Known as Physicist
Würzburg, Germany

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