Alexander Prokhorov was a notable Russian physicist, awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1964 along with Nikolay Basov and Charles Townes for their fundamental work in the field of quantum electronics, which laid the groundwork for the development of lasers and masers. Prokhorov is recognized for his significant contributions to the fields of laser technology and quantum optics. His research has had a profound impact on various applications in telecommunications, medicine, and materials science.
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