In recognizing William D Phillips for improving laser cooling and atomic trapping, the 1997 Nobel Prize in Physics highlighted a significant contribution. His discoveries made ultracold atomic samples accessible for precision experiments.
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William D Phillips
Nobel Prize history for William D Phillips based on the award records stored in the World History Database.
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1 distinct award entry or entries in the World History Database.
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