The discussion centers on notable British physicists involved in the pursuit of absolute zero, highlighting key figures such as James Dewar and Kammerlingh Onnes. The book "The Quest for Absolute Zero" by Mendelssohn is recommended for its detailed recounting of this scientific race. Additionally, works by authors like James Gleick and Batchelor, who wrote about Newton and Taylor respectively, are mentioned as valuable resources for those interested in the biographies of physicists from the UK. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these historical figures in the context of low-temperature physics.
PREREQUISITESHistorians, physics students, and anyone interested in the biographies of influential British physicists and the history of low-temperature research.
Great book.marcusl said:Check out Mendelssohn, The Quest for Absolute Zero. It’s a well written recount of the race between James Dewar and Kammerlingh Onnes to get to the lowest temperatures. (One of them was British…)