Stirling Colgate was an American physicist and educator known for his work in astrophysics, particularly in the field of supernovae and their role in cosmic processes. Born on December 12, 1925, he contributed significantly to our understanding of stellar explosions and their implications for the formation of chemical elements in the universe. Colgate held academic positions at various institutions, including significant roles at the University of California, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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