The Many Worlds of Leo Szilard
Offered By: APS Physics via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the multifaceted life and contributions of physicist Léo Szilárd through a series of talks from the APS Forum on the History of Physics. Delve into Szilárd's roles as a physicist, peacemaker, and provocateur with William Lanouette. Examine Szilárd's work in physics and information theory with insights from Richard Garwin. Discover Szilárd's lesser-known pursuits in biology and his efforts for peace, presented by Matthew Meselson. Gain a comprehensive understanding of this influential scientist's diverse impact on 20th-century science and politics in this 1-hour 41-minute conference session from the APS April Meeting 2014.
Syllabus
The Many Worlds of Leo Szilard
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APS Physics
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