Augustus Matthiessen
British scientist
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Summary
Augustus Matthiessen was born on January 2, 1831[1], in London[2]. He died on October 6, 1870[3], in London[4]. He worked as a chemist[5] and physicist[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (54 views/month, #7,297 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Kensal Green Cemetery[8]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[9]
- Employer: Heidelberg University[10]
- Educated at: University of Giessen[11]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society[12], Royal Medal[13]
- Member of: Royal Society[14]
- Influenced by: Robert Bunsen[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Family name: Matthiessen[17]
- Given name: Augustus[18]
- Manner of death: suicide[19]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[20]
Why It Matters
Augustus Matthiessen has Wikipedia articles in 7 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[21] He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[22]
FAQs
Where was Augustus Matthiessen born?
Augustus Matthiessen was born in London[2].
Where did Augustus Matthiessen die?
Augustus Matthiessen died in London[4].
What did Augustus Matthiessen do for work?
Augustus Matthiessen worked as a chemist[5] and physicist[6].
Where did Augustus Matthiessen go to school?
Augustus Matthiessen was educated at University of Giessen[11].
What awards did Augustus Matthiessen receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society[12] and Royal Medal[13].