Tuesday 8 March 2016

Einstein

Albert Einstein c. 1920

Albert Einstein  (14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist. He developed the general theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics (alongside quantum mechanics). Einstein's work is also known for its influence on the philosophy of science. Einstein is best known in popular culture for his mass–energy equivalence formula E = mc2 (which has been dubbed "the world's most famous equation"). He received the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics for his "services to theoretical physics", in particular his discovery of the law of the photoelectric effect, a pivotal step in the evolution of quantum theory.

Thanks to David for this postcard of Einstein!
Sent: 20 November 2015   Received: 8 December 2015   Travelled: 18 days

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