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Oscar Edward Meinzer (November 28, 1876 – June 14, 1948) was an American hydrogeologist who has been called the "father of modern groundwater hydrology". He was awarded the William Bowie Medal in 1943. The O. E. Meinzer award is named for him. He collaborated with Norah Dowell Stearns, one of the first women hydrogeologists.

Early life
Oscar Edward Meinzer was born on November 28, 1876 on a farm near Davis, Illinois; his parents were William and Mary Julia Meinzer. From 1897 to 1901 he studied at Beloit College in Wisconsin, graduating magna cum laude with a bachelors degree.