“Today, nothing is unusual about a scientific discovery's being followed soon after by a technical application: The discovery of electrons led to electronics; fission led to nuclear energy. But before the 1880's, science played almost no role in the advances of technology. For example, James Watt developed the first efficient steam engine long before science established the equivalence between mechanical heat and energy.”
Quote by Edward Teller
Work
Memoirs: A Twentieth Century Journey in Science and Politics
This book offers a first-hand account of the author's life, highlighting significant events and developments in both science and political landscapes during the 20th century. more
Author
Edward Teller
Edward Teller was a renowned physicist known for his contributions to nuclear physics. He played a crucial role in the Manhattan Project and is known as the 'father of the hydrogen bomb' for his work on the development of the hydrogen bomb. more
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