Robert O. Becker
American orthopedic surgeon and researcher / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Robert Otto Becker (May 31, 1923 − May 14, 2008) was a U.S. orthopedic surgeon and researcher in electrophysiology/electromedicine. He worked mainly as professor at Upstate Medical Center in State University of New York, Syracuse, and as Director of Orthopedic Surgery at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Syracuse, New York.[1][2]
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Robert O. Becker | |
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Born | (1923-05-31)May 31, 1923 |
Died | May 14, 2008(2008-05-14) (aged 84) |
Alma mater | Gettysburg College New York University School of Medicine |
Known for | Father of Electromedicine Electrochemically induced cellular regeneration |
Spouse | Lillian Janet Moller |
Children | 3 |
Scientific career | |
Fields | bioelectricity electromedicine |
Institutions | Upstate Medical Center at State University of New York Veterans Administration Hospital |
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Becker was known for his work in bioelectricity and leading the early opposition to high-voltage power lines.[2] He has been named as one of the most influential figures in the area of anti-EMF activism.[3]