Wim Richter
Academic
1946 –
Who is Wim Richter?
Dr. Paul Wilhelm Richter is a South African chemist and principal researcher involved in bioceramic research activities. He is most widely known for his development of the bioceramic hydroxyapatite orbital implant.
Dr Richter completed his BSc degree studies in Chemistry at the University of Pretoria in 1967, followed by a MSc in Chemistry in 1969. His PhD was obtained through the University of South Africa in 1971.
Richter worked as a research scientist at the CSIR in Pretoria, South Africa since 1970. His areas of involvement include solid-state chemistry, x-ray diffraction, high pressure phase studies, thermal analysis, magnetic materials, crystal growth, ferroelectricity, injection moulding, rapid prototyping and ceramic processing.
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- Born
- May 23, 1946
South Africa - Nationality
- South Africa
- Education
- University of Pretoria
- University of South Africa
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on July 23, 2013
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