Branscomb's research focused on astrophysics and precision measurement. In 1951, Branscomb joined the National Bureau of Standards (NBS, later to become the National Institute of Standards and Technology or NIST) as a research scientist.
in 1949, Branscomb was appointed a Junior Fellow in the Harvard Society of Fellows. Naval Reserve Officer in the Philippines during World War II as part of an accelerator program at Duke to train scientists. In the years between his bachelor’s and his Ph.D. in Mathematical Physics in 1949 from Harvard University. Educated at Duke University, he earned his Bachelor's in Physics in 1945 summa cum laude (at age 19) and a Ph.D. Branscomb’s Early Careerīorn on August 17, 1926, in Asheville, North Carolina, Lewis Branscomb's thirst for knowledge led him on a remarkable journey through the realms of scientific discovery. His insatiable curiosity and intellectual prowess paved the way for a remarkable career that spanned over six decades. His dedication to founding JILA and serving as its first Fellow Chair will remain forever in JILA’s collective memory. Branscomb, a brilliant mind and a cherished member of JILA will forever be remembered for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of physics and his unwavering commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. It is with heavy hearts that the JILA and NIST communities mourn the loss of renowned physicist Lewis Branscomb, who passed away on May 31, 2023, leaving behind an indelible legacy in the world of science and a profound impact on JILA.
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