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I served as Dean until 1974, when I stepped down to return to full time teaching and research
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"I served as Dean until 1974, when I stepped down to return to full time teaching and research"

- Frederick Reines

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Frederick Reines served as Dean of the College of Natural Sciences at the University of California, Irvine from 1969 to 1974. During this time, he was responsible for supervising the college's academic programs, faculty, and students. After 5 years in the function, Reines chose to step down and return to full-time teaching and research study. This choice likely showed his commitment to his academic pursuits, as well as his desire to concentrate on his own research and mentor. Reines' decision to step down from his administrative function and return to his academic roots demonstrates his dedication to his field and his dedication to the trainees and professors of the college.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Frederick Reines between March 16, 1918 and August 26, 1998. He/she was a famous Physicist from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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