James Cronin

During this period, with a series of excellent students, we further studied hyperon decays. ↗

— James Cronin

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I did a thesis in experimental nuclear physics under the direction of Samuel K. Allison. ↗

— James Cronin

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I was much involved in the development of the spark chamber as a practical research tool. ↗

— James Cronin

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In 1971 I returned to the University of Chicago as Professor of Physics. ↗

— James Cronin

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In addition to the research, I enjoyed learning French and assimilating the culture of another country. ↗

— James Cronin

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My mother, Dorothy Watson, had met my father in a Greek class at Northwestern University. ↗

— James Cronin

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My primary and secondary education was provided by the Highland Park Public School System. ↗

— James Cronin

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My real education began when I entered the University of Chicago in September 1951 as a graduate student. ↗

— James Cronin

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On even the worst days, when nothing was working at the lab, I knew that at home I would find warmth, peace, companionship, and encouragement. As a consequence, the next day would surely be better. ↗

— James Cronin

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One of the greatest joys in my life was giving a lecture in French at the College de France. ↗

— James Cronin

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