Morrel H. Cohen

Morrel H. Cohen is a prominent American theoretical physicist specializing in condensed matter physics. His academic career spanned several decades, with a notable tenure as Professor of Physics at the University of Chicago from 1952 to 1981. During this period, he was appointed Louis Block Professor of Physics and Biology in 1972, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to research.

After leaving the University of Chicago in 1981, Cohen transitioned to the Exxon Research and Engineering Company, where he worked until 1996 and subsequently held an emeritus role until 2000. Following his retirement, he has maintained affiliations with prestigious institutions, including Rutgers University and Princeton University's Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department. Throughout his career, Cohen has demonstrated a remarkable productivity, publishing over 280 peer-reviewed documents that have garnered more than 24,000 citations, according to Scopus, testament to his significant contributions to the field of condensed matter physics.