J. Ernest Wilkins Jr.

J. Ernest Wilkins Jr.'s Academic­Influence.com Rankings

J. Ernest Wilkins Jr.

Physics

#2922

World Rank

#4237

Historical Rank

#1114

USA Rank

Nuclear Physics

#160

World Rank

#205

Historical Rank

#39

USA Rank

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J. Ernest Wilkins Jr.'s Degrees

• Bachelors Mathematics University of Chicago
• Masters Mechanical Engineering New York University
• PhD Mathematical Physics University of Chicago

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Why Is J. Ernest Wilkins Jr. Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Jesse Ernest Wilkins Jr. was an African American nuclear scientist, mechanical engineer and mathematician. A child prodigy, he attended the University of Chicago at the age of 13, becoming its youngest ever student. His graduation at a young age resulted in him being hailed as "the Negro Genius" in the national media.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With J. Ernest Wilkins Jr.?

J. Ernest Wilkins Jr. is affiliated with the following schools:

• Tuskegee University
• Howard University
• University of Chicago
• Clark Atlanta University
• New York University