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What was the result of Peierls's work with the Atomic Energy Research Establishment at Harwell?
Development of new nuclear weapons
Discovering new elements
Consultancy work
Developed time travel theory
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Peierls worked with the Atomic Energy Research Establishment at Harwell from 1946 to 1950. During this time he worked as a consultant on the design of atomic weapons and nuclear reactors. He also helped to establish the UK nuclear weapons programme.
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