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Ostwald

[awst-vahlt]

noun

  1. Wilhelm 1853–1932, German chemist: Nobel Prize 1909.



Ostwald

/ ˈɔstvalt /

noun

  1. Wilhelm (ˈvɪlhɛlm). 1853–1932, German chemist, noted for his pioneering work in catalysis. He also invented a process for making nitric acid from ammonia and developed a new theory of colour: Nobel prize for chemistry 1909

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Ostwald Kawamura said the organization is looking to fill gaps in coverage and hopes to further expand its educational programs to help Densho reach more students and educators.

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For 23 years, David Ostwald has led the Louis Armstrong Eternity Band, playing weekly gigs at Birdland.

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Marc Ostwald, chief economist at ADM ISI, said Western Europe and the US were experiencing similar shortages.

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Among them was Tricia Tait, 63, of Manhattan, who came for the band, led by the tuba player David Ostwald, which plays the music of Louis Armstrong.

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Marc Ostwald, chief economist and global strategist at investment firm ADM Investor Services International, says:

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