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Nobel Laureate and former Fermilab director Leon Lederman passed away today. He was 96.
Leon Lederman Passes: Nobel Laureate & Fermilab Director
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Nobel Laureate Leon Lederman, former director of Fermilab, passed away at the age of 96. He was renowned for his contributions to particle physics and authored the influential book "The God Particle." Lederman was a strong advocate for the "Physics First" initiative in education, promoting early physics education in schools. His legacy extends beyond his scientific achievements, impacting both academia and public understanding of physics.
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- Read "The God Particle" by Leon Lederman for insights into particle physics
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May he rest in peace.Vanadium 50 said:
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I read a book that he authored, with much about Fermilab. (I believe it was "the God Particle"). It was very good reading. Fermilab is right here in Illinois. (I live in Chicago). May he rest in peace.Vanadium 50 said:
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RIP. I met him a few times when I was a summer student at Fermilab.
In addition to his work in particle physics, he was an advocate for "Physics First"
https://charlierose.com/videos/28686 (1993 interview of Leon Lederman)
Go to 21m16s on https://videos.cern.ch/record/43682
In addition to his work in particle physics, he was an advocate for "Physics First"
https://charlierose.com/videos/28686 (1993 interview of Leon Lederman)
Go to 21m16s on https://videos.cern.ch/record/43682
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A few years ago, I was sad to read that he was suffering from dementia and his family had to sell his Nobel Prize medal to help pay for his health.
http://www.sciencetimes.com/article...is-most-prized-possession-the-nobel-prize.htm
He continued to advocate for "Physics First" concept in schools after he left Fermilab and went into teaching (he was a distinguished professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology for several years). His influence goes well beyond his work in physics.
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http://www.sciencetimes.com/article...is-most-prized-possession-the-nobel-prize.htm
He continued to advocate for "Physics First" concept in schools after he left Fermilab and went into teaching (he was a distinguished professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology for several years). His influence goes well beyond his work in physics.
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