FAQ About Enrico Fermi
When did Enrico Fermi die, and what was the cause?
Enrico Fermi passed away on November 28, 1954, at the age of 53, in Chicago, Illinois. The cause of death was stomach cancer, which he battled for several months before his death. His passing marked the loss of one of the foremost scientists of the 20th century, whose legacy continues to influence the fields of physics and nuclear engineering.
