BLACKSBURG, Va., Sept. 16 -- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University issued the following news release:
Esteemed Professor Emeritus Harry Dorn passed away on Aug. 6, 2026.
Born Aug. 13, 1943, Dorn made his indelible mark on Virginia Tech through his many discoveries and his intense passion for chemistry. In life he was an internationally recognized scientist, an educator, mentor, and colleague to many.
Dorn joined the Virginia Tech faculty in 1974 and continued his impactful educational and research career for 50 years, only retiring in 2024.
During this time, Dorn's pioneering contributions to fullerene chemistry and carbon nanoscience helped shape an entire field of research. His curiosity, creativity, and dedication to sc...