Echoes of Discovery

Inspiring Conversations with Nobel Laureates and Other Luminaries

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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The authors of Echoes of Discovery draw from a lifetime of symbiotic research and over two hundred in-depth conversations with Nobel laureates and other luminaries. They dissolve the artificial divisions caused by the rigid system of modern education. They show Science as a true human enterprise and offer their readers a “second university.” This captivating volume compiles full conversations, poignant excerpts, and personal narratives from some of the world’s most brilliant scientific minds. The authors present five distinct scientific landscapes, guided by nuclear physicists and astronomers, molecular biologists, biomedical pioneers, materials scientists, and “scientists’ scientists.” From Eugene P. Wigner and Francis Crick to Vera Rubin and Jocelyn Bell Burnell, these encounters explore the human origins behind paradigm-shifting breakthroughs, the historical struggles of Soviet and women scientists, and the ethical responsibility of researchers to society. Enriched with behind-the-scenes stories and reflections, Echoes of Discovery offers an accessible, enriching, and deeply personal look at the living history of science. It is a must-read for specialists, generalists, and any intellectually curious reader.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-10-13
Mått:152 x 229 x undefined mm
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:708
Förlag:Jenny Stanford Publishing
ISBN:9789815352405

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Istvan Hargittai is an Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. Born in Budapest in 1941, he faced significant challenges early in life, including surviving a Nazi camp at age three after his father was killed in a slave labor camp. He also overcame obstacles to his education in socialist Hungary. Hargittai earned his master's degree in chemistry from Moscow Lomonosov University in 1965. He holds a Ph.D. and D.Sc. from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and has received honorary doctorates from Moscow Lomonosov University, the University of North Carolina, and the Russian Academy of Sciences. He is a member of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, the Academia Europaea, and the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters. Since 1989, he has been the founding Editor-in-Chief of the journal Structural Chemistry. He has authored or edited more than 50 books, with notable works including The Martians of Science and Buried Glory: Portraits of Soviet Scientists. He has also co-authored books with his wife, Magdolna Hargittai.Magdolna Hargittai

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“Read it and find out how great science is done.” - Paul Nurse, Nobel laureate“This is the story of the last 150 years in science, told through real smart people at work in the wondrous tilled garden of the mind.” - Roald Hoffmann, Nobel laureate“Perfect to give to young scientists.” - Ricard Henderson, Nobel laureate“… to see the personality behind the scientist …” - Ferenc Krausz, Nobel laureate“… this new book beautifully illustrates the profound value of personal interactions…” - Julianna Oláh“[the stories are told] with insight, grace, and irresistible charm.” - Julia Sonnevend“… discover how echoes of discovery guide the path forward.” - Reiko Kuroda“… conveys a powerful message! Science can help us live happier, healthier, and longer lives …” - Zsuzsa Márka and Szabolcs Márka

Innehållsförteckning

Part 1: Nuclear Physicists and Astronomers 1.1 Eugene P. Wigner 1.2 Steven Weinberg 1.3 Vera Rubin 1.4 Arno A. Penzias 1.5 Richard L. Garwin 1.6 Vitaly L. Ginzburg 1.7 Darleane Hoffman 1.8 Glenn T. Seaborg Part 2: Molecular Biologists 2.1 Maclyn McCarty 2.2 Erwin Chargaff 2.3 James D. Watson 2.4 Francis Crick 2.5 Aaron Klug 2.6 Donald L.D. Caspar Part 3: Biomedical Scientists 3.1 Gertrude B. Elion 3.2 Rosalyn Yalow 3.3 Ayhan Ulubelen 3.4 Princess Chulabhorn 3.5 Paul Lauterbur and Peter Mansfield 3.6 Frances O. Kelsey Part 4: Chemists and Materials Scientists 4.1 Linus Pauling 4.2 Kurt Mislow 4.3 Reiko Kuroda 4.4 Alan L. Mackay 4.5 Roger Penrose 4.6 Elena Galpern 4.7 Mildred Dresselhaus Part 5: Scientist’s Scientists 5.1 Kenneth Wilson 5.2 Barbara Starck and Olga Kennard 5.3 Joycelyn Bell Burnell 5.4 Paul Berg 5.5 Maxine Singer