Czech physical chemist Pavel Jungwirth dies at 60

Czech physical chemist Pavel Jungwirth, a leading researcher at the Czech Academy of Sciences, has died at the age of 60.
Pavel Jungwirth, one of the Czech Republic's most prominent physical chemists, has died at the age of 60. A senior researcher at the Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Jungwirth was widely recognized for his work in computational chemistry, molecular dynamics, and the behavior of ions at liquid interfaces.
Throughout his career, he also served as an active member of the Learned Society of the Czech Republic and engaged frequently in public debates on scientific methodology and research funding. Colleagues and institutions across the country expressed their condolences, honoring his scientific contributions and mentorship.
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- Jul 27, 2026, 09:00 AM UTCCzech physical chemist Pavel Jungwirth dies aged 60