Leo Mandelkern
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Leo Mandelkern (23 February 1922 – 31 May 2006)[1][2] was a polymer chemist and professor known for his contributions to the understanding of polymer crystallization,[3] and for his contributions to education.
Mandelkern was born on February 23, 1922, in New York City. He was raised there, and attended public schools. He served as a meteorologist during World War II. He died on May 31, 2006.
Education
- 1942 A.B., Chemistry, Cornell University
- 1949 Ph.D., Chemistry, Cornell University, supervised by Frank Long
