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JJ Thomson, British physicist, at work in the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge
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JJ Thomson, British physicist, at work in the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge
JJ Thomson, British physicist, at work in the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge. Joseph John Thomson (1856-1940) discovered the electron and was a pioneer of nuclear physics. In 1896 at Cambridge he began experiments on cathode rays, demonstrating that they were in fact particles with a negative charge and were much smaller than an atom. These particles were later renamed electrons. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1906 and was knighted in 1908
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This print captures the renowned British physicist, Sir Joseph J Thomson, engrossed in his work at the Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge. In this image, taken during the 1920s, we witness a true pioneer of nuclear physics immersed in his groundbreaking experiments. Thomson's significant contributions to science cannot be overstated. It was here at Cambridge that he embarked on his revolutionary research on cathode rays in 1896. Through meticulous experimentation, he revealed that these rays were composed of particles with a negative charge – which he aptly named electrons. This groundbreaking discovery forever changed our understanding of atomic structure. Recognizing his immense achievements, Thomson was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1906 and knighted two years later. His dedication to scientific exploration is palpable as we observe him surrounded by laboratory equipment and lost deep within thought. This photograph serves as a powerful testament to both Thomson's brilliance and the importance of institutions like Cambridge University in fostering scientific progress. As we gaze upon this monochrome image from nearly a century ago, we are reminded of how far humanity has come thanks to visionaries like Sir Joseph J Thomson who fearlessly pushed boundaries and expanded our knowledge of the universe.
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