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Robert Frank Borkenstein
1912-08-31 – 2002-08-10
Life & Legacy
Robert Frank Borkenstein (August 31, 1912 – August 10, 2002) was an American inventor, researcher, and professor. He is best known for inventing the breathalyzer, a device that is used to detect a person's alcohol content from their breath.
Occupation & Career
inventor, police officer
Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Legacy Highlights
Employer
Indiana State Police · Indiana University Bloomington
Education & Institutions
Indiana University Bloomington
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q23071237 — wikidata View source
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