Charles P.
Slichter
Research Professor of Physics
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
2007
Physics
For establishing nuclear magnetic resonance as a powerful tool to reveal the fundamental molecular properties of liquids and solids. His inspired teaching has led generations of physicists and chemists to develop a host of modern technologies in condensed matter physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine.
Presented by President George W. Bush in the East Room of the White House on September 29, 2008.