Passionate--The Inner World of Scientists (Other)

Author: Lewis Wolpert, Alison Richards
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Publish Date: 2001-01-01
Features: This book is a collection of interviews with 23 world-renowned scientists by BBC Radio 3, including 7 Nobel laureates: Hofmann, Mitchell, Black, Edelman, Gell-Mann, Glashow, and Rubbia. Through dialogue, the creators explore how the backgrounds of these scientists shaped their scientific careers and groundbreaking discoveries—how outsiders or "novices" can play a significant role in overcoming traditional obstacles and gaining fresh insights. It aims to offer a glimpse into the human reality of scientific life, showcasing the passionate inner worlds of scientists, bringing the public closer to their lives and times, and exploring and appreciating this colorful and diverse group of individuals.