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In what century did Eigen do most of his Nobel-recognized work?

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The answer is the 20th century. During this time, Eigen, a German physicist and one of the founders of quantum mechanics, made significant contributions to the field, including the development of Theory of the photoelectric effect, for which he received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921, and the matrix mechanics formulation of quantum mechanics.
Unraveling the Tapestry of Manfred Eigen: An Engaging English Quiz on the Life & Achievements of the Renowned German Biophysical Chemist

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