Theoretical Physicist Collection

British physicist Prof. Peter Higgs C015 / 4138
British theoretical physicist Professor Peter Higgs (b. 1929). In 1964, Higgs predicted the existence of a new type of fundamental particle, commonly called the Higgs boson

An engraving showing the front and back view of Henry Cavendish's registering thermometer
5311276 An engraving showing the front and back view of Henry Cavendish's registering thermometer. Henry Cavendish (1731-1810) a British natural philosopher, scientist

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Stephen Hawking, 2000s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Stephen Hawking, 2000s, (2023). Professor Hawking (1942-2018) was a British theoretical physicist, mathematician, cosmologist and author

Albert Einstein and Robert Oppenheimer, 1947 (b/w photo)
5616705 Albert Einstein and Robert Oppenheimer, 1947 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Dr Stephen Hawking Physics professor and author at Cambridge University. 1st September 1988

Niels Bohr and Albert- Einstein debate, 1925 (b/w photo)
2910306 Niels Bohr and Albert- Einstein debate, 1925 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: A series of public disputes about quantum mechanics between Albert Einstein)

Albert Einstein, 1929 (b/w photo)
1573942 Albert Einstein, 1929 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Albert Einstein, 1921 (b/w photo)
1578060 Albert Einstein, 1921 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Dr Stephen Hawking Physics professor and author at Cambridge University. 1st September 1988

Stephen Hawking, CH, CBE, FRS, FRSA (born 8 January 1942) theoretical physicist. Pictured on his wedding day with new wife Elaine Mason after their wedding at Cambridge Register Office

Professor Max Planck, c1928. Creator: Unknown
Professor Max Planck, c1928. Portrait of German theoretical physicist Max Planck (1858-1947), winner of the Nobel Prize for physics, responsible for development of Quantum Theory

Albert Einstein and other physicists at Paul Ehrenfests home, Leyden, Netherlands. Einstein (1879-1955) (left) with Paul Ehrenfest, Paul Langevin (1872-1946) (centre)

Stephen William Hawking (b. 1942), British theoretical physicist
Stephen William (b.1942), British theoretical physicist. Mathematics of space-time curvature (black-holes) and Big Bang theory. Sufferer from Motorneurone disease

Max Planck, German theoretical physicist, mid 20th century. Max Karl Ernst Planck (1858-1947) formulated Quantum Theory, for which he was awarded the 1918 Nobel prize for physics

EDITORIAL Albert Einstein, 1879 - 1955. German born theoretical physicist. Amongst many accomplishments he posited theories of General Relativity, Special Relativity, and mass-energy equivalence

EDITORIAL Albert Einstein with his wife Elsa in the early 1920 s. Albert Einstein, 1879 - 1955. German born theoretical physicist

Albert Einstein, 1879 - 1955. German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946)

Stephen Hawking, British physicist
Stephen Hawking. Caricature of the British physicist Stephen William Hawking (born 1942). Hawking is famous for his work on cosmology, quantum gravity and black holes

Max Planck, caricature
Max Planck (1858-1947). Caricature of the German theoretical physicist Max Karl Ernst Ludwig Planck. Planck pioneered quantum mechanics, revolutionizing classical physics

Albert Einstein sculpture C017 / 6986
Sculpture of the German-Swiss-US physicist Albert Einstein (1879-1955). Einstein received the 1921 Nobel Prize for Physics for work on the photoelectric effect

British physicist Prof. Peter Higgs C015 / 4139
British theoretical physicist Professor Peter Higgs (b. 1929). In 1964, Higgs predicted the existence of a new type of fundamental particle, commonly called the Higgs boson

British physicist Prof. Peter Higgs C015 / 4134
British theoretical physicist Professor Peter Higgs (b. 1929). In 1964, Higgs predicted the existence of a new type of fundamental particle, commonly called the Higgs boson

Niels Bohrs study, Copenhagen, Denmark
Study of the Danish physicist Niels Bohr (1885-1962) in Copenhagen, Denmark. Bohr won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1922

Peter Higgs, British physicist C013 / 6881
Peter Higgs (born 1929), British theoretical physicist, at the Higgs boson discovery announcement, 4th July 2012, at CERN (the European particle physics laboratory)

Englert and Higgs at CERN C013 / 6880
Francois Englert (born 1932, left) and Peter Higgs (born 1929, right), Belgian and British theoretical physicists, at the Higgs boson discovery announcement, 4th July 2012

Francois Englert, Belgian physicist C013 / 6879
Francois Englert (born 1932), Belgian theoretical physicist, at the Higgs boson discovery announcement, 4th July 2012, at CERN (the European particle physics laboratory)

Albert Einstein, German physicist
Albert Einstein (1879-1955), German-born physicist. Famous for his theories of relativity, Einstein has become a cultural icon, his name synonymous with genius

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"The Theoretical Physicist: Exploring the Depths of the Universe" In the vast realm of scientific exploration, theoretical physicists stand at the forefront, unraveling the mysteries that lie beyond our reach. British physicist Prof. Peter Higgs C015/4138, known for his groundbreaking work on the Higgs boson particle, has paved the way for countless discoveries in modern physics. Looking back to 1925, we witness a historic debate between two giants of science - Niels Bohr and Albert Einstein. Their intellectual clash sparked new ideas and challenged existing theories, forever shaping our understanding of quantum mechanics. Captured in a timeless black-and-white photograph from 1929, Albert Einstein's piercing gaze reflects his genius mind. His revolutionary theories on relativity continue to shape our perception of time and space even today. Moving forward to Princeton University in the 1950s, Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion meets with none other than Albert Einstein himself. This meeting symbolizes how theoretical physicists transcend national boundaries and become beacons of knowledge for all humanity. A captivating image from 1947 brings together two brilliant minds - Albert Einstein and Robert Oppenheimer. As they discuss nuclear physics and its implications during a pivotal moment in history, their collaboration highlights how theoretical physics can influence global events. Another snapshot takes us back to 1921 when Albert Einstein was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his explanation of photoelectric effect. This recognition solidifies his status as an icon within scientific circles. Dr Stephen Hawking emerges as another luminary figure among theoretical physicists at Cambridge University. Despite facing immense physical challenges due to ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), he defied all odds with his remarkable contributions to cosmology and became an inspiration worldwide. Professor Max Planck's enigmatic portrait from c1928 reminds us that he laid down one of the fundamental principles upon which quantum theory is built - Planck's constant remains a cornerstone of modern physics.