Jim Gates net worth and salary: Jim Gates is a Physicist who has a net worth of $150 million. Jim Gates was born in in December 15, 1950. Known for his work in the particle and theoretical physics sub-fields of superstring theory, supersymmetry, and super gravity, this renowned African-American physicist and University of Maryland professor was awarded the 2013 National Medal of Science.
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💰Jim Gates Net worth: $150 million (Updated at 15 March 2019)
About
Known for his work in the particle and theoretical physics sub-fields of superstring theory, supersymmetry, and super gravity, this renowned African-American physicist and University of Maryland professor was awarded the 2013 National Medal of Science.
Before Fame
After earning both his bachelor's degree and his doctorate in physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he co-wrote a 1984 scientific work titled Superspace, or One Thousand and One Lessons in Supersymmetry.
Trivia
He frequently appeared on PBS's physics-themed NOVA programs and also created a series of videos on the topic of superstring theory.
Family Life
A native of Tampa, Florida, Sylvester James Gates, Jr. (better known as Jim Gates) was born to a United States Army officer father and spent his childhood in several different cities.
Associated With
He was a member of United States President Barack Obama's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
