Einstein's genius changed science's perception of gravity
Einstein struggled for years to solve the puzzle of general relativity. The pieces all fell into place in November 1915.
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Einstein struggled for years to solve the puzzle of general relativity. The pieces all fell into place in November 1915.
Robert A. Millikan (1868-1953) was once a beloved figure in American science. In 2021, his name was removed from buildings and awards. What happened?
Zdenka Badovinac on what images can symbolize peace today.
In 1954, Robert Oppenheimer was subjected to what was rightly called “an extraordinary American inquisition” under the name of a security hearing. But while extremely harmful professionally and personally, the hearings were not Oppenheimer’s greatest tragedy—it was the success of his leadership in the creation of the weapon.
In the years since the pandemic began, the university has seen a resurgence in first-year students declaring arts and humanities majors.