Martin Fleischmann
Martin Fleischmann | |
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Fleischmann showing part of his cold fusion test apparatus | |
| Born | 29 March 1927 |
| Died | 3 August 2012 (aged 85) |
| Nationality | British |
| Citizenship | British |
| Alma mater | Imperial College London |
| Known for | Bipolar electrochemistry Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy Ultramicroelectrode Fleischmann–Pons cold fusion experiment |
| Awards | Fellow of the Royal Society (1986) Olin Palladium Award (1986) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Electrochemistry |
| Institutions | Durham University, Newcastle University, University of Southampton, University of Utah, IMRA |
| Notable students | Stanley Pons |
Martin Fleischmann FRS (29 March 1927 – 3 August 2012) was a British chemist who worked in electrochemistry. The premature announcement of his cold fusion research with Stanley Pons, regarding excess heat in heavy water, caused a media sensation and elicited skepticism and criticism from many in the scientific community.