Józef Hurwic

1911–2016 (age 105)

Biography

Józef Hurwic devoted his long life to the pursuit of understanding in theoretical physics, building bridges between Polish and French scientific communities and mentoring generations of researchers who followed him to laboratories in Paris and beyond.

Even after his retirement, he cherished lively exchanges with students and colleagues, insisting that curiosity and kindness were twin pillars of the scientific endeavor, a legacy to be treasured in the quiet paths of Montparnasse.

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