Basil Hirschowitz

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Basil Hirschowitz

Basil Hirschowitz Death

Basil passed away on January 19, 2013 at the age of 83.

Basil Hirschowitz death quick facts:
  • When did Basil Hirschowitz die?

    January 19, 2013
  • How old was Basil Hirschowitz when died?

    83

Basil Hirschowitz Birthday and Date of Death

Basil Hirschowitz was born on May 29, 1929 and died on January 19, 2013. Basil was 83 years old at the time of death.

Birthday: May 29, 1929
Date of Death: January 19, 2013
Age at Death: 83

Basil Hirschowitz - Biography

Basil Isaac Hirschowitz (29 May 1925 – 19 January 2013) was an academic gastroenterologist from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) best known in the field for having invented an improved optical fiber which allowed the creation of a useful flexible endoscope. This invention revolutionized the practice of gastroenterology and also was a key invention in optical fiber communication in multiple industries.

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