12 people who fall in love with you in science

Brian Greene

What to read: the book "The Elegant Universe. Superstrings, hidden dimensions and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory"And"The fabric of space: space, time and the texture of reality».

Brian Green - one of the most popular string theorists. Wider audience, he is known primarily thanks to the book "The Elegant Universe" and "The fabric of the cosmos," in which a simple and accessible language outlines the string theory and M-theory. "The Elegant Universe" was the basis of the series of the same name: it is the leading string theorists, and Steven Weinberg Sheldon Lee Glashow talk about the structure of the universe according to the laws of quantum physics and the theory Relativity.

Isaac Asimov

What to read: cycle of novels "Reason", a collection of short stories "I, Robot" and the cycle of novels "Galactic Empire".

This man needs no introduction. In addition, he is part of the "Big Three" of science fiction, along with Arthur C. Clarke and Robert Heinlein, Asimov was able to work out the three laws of robotics - the fundamental principles that should form the basis design

artificial intelligence. Until mankind has learned to build machines like those found in the works of the writer. However, I believe that the laws of Isaac Asimov will be considered in the future.

Carl Sagan

What to see and read: film and science fiction novel "Contact"And the mini-series" Cosmos: a personal journey. "

Distinguished American astronomer and astrophysicist, not only was a respected scholar, but also tried to convey their ideas to a wider audience. And he is doing great. The series "Cosmos" still serves as a starting point for anyone who takes an interest in astronomy and science in general. Moreover, Sagan gave impetus to the project on the search for extraterrestrial life SETI. He believed that we are not alone in the universe, and dedicated this topic a sci-fi novel "Contact", which removed the eponymous film.

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Michio Kaku

What to read: «future Physics», «Physics of the impossible», «The future of the mind».

If you have studied the works of Stephen Hawking and down, you can safely get to work Michio Kaku. Japanese theoretical physicist can be seen in the documentary scientific serials such as «Discovery: How does the universe." However, the most complete picture of the world offering his book. They are like a sci-fi novels, filled with ideas and arguments about us and our future. Michio Kaku talks about artificial intelligence, teleportation, force fields and extraterrestrial civilizations.

Richard Feynman

What to read: collection "The Feynman Lectures on Physics"The book"Of course, you're joking, Mr. Feynman».

Nobel laureate made a great contribution to theoretical physics, but not less than the effort he spent on the popularization of science. "The Feynman Lectures on Physics" spread throughout the world an impressive circulation. This collection covers all aspects of physics: from mathematical calculations to its relationship with other sciences. And if you are looking for inspiration or you want to pass the weekend, be sure to read the autobiographical work "Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman."

Stephen Hawking

What to read: «A Brief History of Time», «Black Holes and Baby Universes and Other Essays».

Theoretical physicist has inspired musicians, creators of comics, and was a frequent guest on TV shows and, of course, lit in "The Simpsons." A man of outstanding intellect and large-scale views of the structure of the Universe, Stephen Hawking has released many booksThat it is easy to explain to you what Hawking radiation and age why black holes.

In addition to books, Stephen Hawking has worked on the series. Of the latter, one can see "in the Universe with Stephen Hawking" and "Grand Design by Stephen Hawking." And if you want to get acquainted with the biography of the scientist, pay attention to the film "Stephen Hawking's Universe".

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Richard Dawkins

What to read: «The selfish gene», «The God Delusion».

Evolutionary biologist, follower of Darwinism and staunch atheist Richard Dawkins has repeatedly been attacked for criticizing religion. Nevertheless, he is one of the few scientists who can thoroughly and convincingly explain the evolution of the human species from the point of view of genetics.

In his works, Richard Dawkins does not stop on the biology and affects all aspects of modern life: society, human consciousness and even technology. If you are not an ardent fan of creationism, be sure to read his books.

Neil deGrasse Tyson

What to see and read: series "Space: space and time", article "The perimeter of ignorance" (transfer), The book "Death in a black hole».

Charismatic Astrophysics you can know for his role as a leading documentary series "Space: space and time," and particularly attentive notice it in the film "Batman vs. Superman". Neil deGrasse Tyson promoting science to the masses in all possible ways: books, Radio and television. He talks about many things: the work entitled "Death in a black hole" and you will learn about the origin of the universe and of elementary particle physics. In his article "The perimeter of ignorance" Neil deGrasse Tyson talks about religion and science.

Carl Zimmer

What to read: «Evolution: The Triumph of the idea», «Microcosm: E. coli and the new science of life».

Carl Zimmer - author of popular science articles in The New York Times, magazines Discovery and National Geographic. After reading his book on the theory of evolution, and studying the E. coli you definitely reconsider their attitude to the microbiology and biology in general. In his works, the author not only tells about the evolution of microorganisms, but also draws parallels with our lives.

Oliver Sacks

What to read: «The man who took his wife for a hat», «hallucinations», «mind eye».

The human brain does not cease to amaze researchers. Neurologist, neuropsychologist and popularizer of science Oliver Sacks can confirm this. For all his practice, he has collected a lot of amazing stories of people suffering from mental and neurological diseases, then clearly and interestingly laid out the essence of these illnesses.

Martin Gardner

What to read: "The Theory of Relativity for the millions."

No one will talk about math as much fun as Martin Gardner. He knows the approach to the readers, and says about science is bright, fun and humor. Even a topic such as the theory of relativity, he can give so that it will be impossible to break away from reading.

Bill Bryson

What to read: «A Short History of Nearly Everything»

If you have just felt a passionate desire for knowledge, read "A Short History of Nearly Everything." If all the other members of this list have worked in any one direction, Bill Bryson writes just about everything. And does it so that his books captivate as good detective stories.