Lederman was a distinguished physicist and director of Fermilab, making significant contributions to the understanding of elementary particles. His research focused on the properties of neutrinos, playing a pivotal role in the discovery of the muon neutrino. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking discoveries. His work has shaped our understanding of the fundamental building blocks of the universe.
Focusing on the significance of the Higgs Boson, two prominent physicists explore the future of particle physics and the unresolved mysteries of the universe. Building on the foundation laid by Nobel Laureate Leon Lederman's work, this insightful narrative delves into the next steps in scientific discovery, offering readers a deeper understanding of fundamental questions in physics and the cosmos.
Rocky Kolb Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Chicago --
Nobel Laureate Lederman and physicist Hill explain the supremely elegant concept of symmetry and all its profound ramifications to life on Earth and the universe at large in this eloquent, accessible popular science book.
A fascinating tour of particle physics from Nobel Prize winner Leon Lederman.At the root of particle physics is an invincible sense of curiosity. Leon Lederman embraces this spirit of inquiry as he moves from the Greeks' earliest scientific observations to Einstein and beyond to chart this unique arm of scientific study. His survey concludes with the Higgs boson, nicknamed the God Particle, which scientists hypothesize will help unlock the last secrets of the subatomic universe, quarks and all—it's the dogged pursuit of this almost mystical entity that inspires Lederman's witty and accessible history.