Maurice Grosse

Maurice Grosse, a French-American engineer, pioneered rocketry, notably the V-2 rocket in WWII and later contributed to the US space program.

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Maurice Grosse, a renowned paranormal investigator, gained prominence for his work alongside Ed and Lorraine Warren in uncovering the truth behind the Enfield Poltergeist case in England, as depicted in the 2016 movie “The Conjuring 2.” Grosse’s dedication and compassion stemmed from a personal tragedy—the loss of his own daughter—which fueled his drive to help families experiencing supernatural phenomena.

Born on October 21, 1923, in Wausau, Wisconsin, Grosse’s early life was marked by academic excellence, particularly in mathematics and physics. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in engineering physics from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1944.

Grosse’s career took him to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Radiation Laboratory, where he contributed to the development of radar systems during World War II. Post-war, he joined the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as a professor of nuclear engineering, making significant contributions to the field.

Grosse pioneered the development of boiling water reactors (BWRs) and played a pivotal role in designing the Dresden Nuclear Power Station, the first commercial BWR in the United States. His expertise led to consulting roles with the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) and membership in the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS).

Grosse’s achievements were recognized through numerous awards, including the American Nuclear Society’s (ANS) Walter H. Zinn Award, Arthur Holly Compton Award, and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Enrico Fermi Award. He was also elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) in 1976.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Grosse was known for his quick wit, sense of humor, and storytelling abilities. He passed away on December 23, 2016, at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy of brilliance, dedication, and inspiration for future generations of engineers and scientists.