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"Man of Two Cultures," by Gary Stix. Scientific American, June 2002.

John H. Marburger III, science advisor to the White House, applies his perspective as scientist and administrator. Among his experiences cited in the article is that he "pioneered the mathematical and physical basis for self-focusing lasers, which are important in nonlinear optical devices and laser fusion."

--- Annette Emerson

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