Poll: Greatest physicist of the 20th century?

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The discussion centers on identifying the greatest scientist of the 21st century, with a focus on scientific contributions, public education, and relevance in research. Participants debate the merits of various figures, notably Stephen Hawking and the Mythbusters team. While Hawking is recognized for his significant research contributions, some argue he is less effective at engaging the general public compared to the Mythbusters, who are praised for popularizing scientific concepts through entertainment. However, critics of the Mythbusters emphasize that their work lacks the rigor of true scientific research. The conversation also touches on the importance of defining what constitutes a "great physicist," suggesting that contributions to scientific knowledge should be prioritized over popularity or media presence. Overall, the thread highlights the complexity of measuring scientific greatness and the differing values placed on education versus research in the scientific community.

greatest current physicist?

  • Michio Kaku (discovery channel)

    Votes: 5 20.8%
  • Adam Savage (myth busters)

    Votes: 3 12.5%
  • Stephen Hawkings (discovery channel)

    Votes: 13 54.2%
  • Jamie Hyndeman (myth busters)

    Votes: 3 12.5%

  • Total voters
    24
  • #61
jhae2.718 said:
:confused:
Heheh... I was rapid-typing when I posted that. Now reading it it does sound kind of odd.
There's this thing set up (not by me) on my computer that I can't access the Internet late at night.
jhae2.718 said:
What I meant was, in General Physics (or other "real" forums) most people try to keep an a air og seriousness/professionalism, but move it to GD and there's no longer that need.
Well, GD stands for... wait for it...

*dramatic music*
da-da-da-da-da-da-da!

Goof Department!
 
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FtlIsAwesome said:
Heheh... I was rapid-typing when I posted that. Now reading it it does sound kind of odd.
There's this thing set up (not by me) on my computer that I can't access the Internet late at night.

It should be trivial to avoid. Just boot up on a Linux live CD. (If it's done at the router level, it may be a bit more tricky to bypass, but all the same it should be trivial...)

Not that I would be advising anyone how to avoid such things...:rolleyes:
 
  • #63
Stephen Hawking has a nice story going for him, but I don't take him to seriously. Richard Feynman in my opinion
 

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