Harold G. Richter
Harold Gene Richter (March 5, 1925 - July 19, 2001) was an American chemist noted for his development of new analytical techniques for determination of water and air quality. Much of his career was spent at the Research Triangle Institute in Durham, North Carolina. Richter conducted research involving radioisotopes for the United States Atomic Energy Commission. He was a project officer for the Environmental Protection Agency, specializing in techniques for monitoring water and air quality. Richter developed new methods of analysis and monitoring during his tenure with both agencies.
Harold G. Richter | |
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| Born | Harold Gene Richter March 5, 1925 |
| Died | July 19, 2001 (aged 76) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Massachusetts Institute of Technology |
| Known for | Nuclear chemistry, Air and water quality measurement methods |
| Spouse | Marjorie Richter |
| Scientific career | |
| Institutions | Research Triangle Institute, United States Atomic Energy Commission, Environmental Protection Agency |
| Doctoral advisor | Charles D. Coryell |
Post-2000 sources suggesting that Richter had a role in the discovery of the element promethium in 1945 may be inaccurate. Earlier records, including Richter's own curriculum vitae of 1966, make no mention of such a connection.