J D Bernal: the sage of science
Abstract
John Desmond Bernal (1901-1971) was one of the most influential and original scientists of the twentieth century. No less an authority than James Watson has stated that Bernal's genius inspired the birth of molecular biology. By examining Bernal's interactions with others, I attempt to illustrate his personality, brilliance, breadth, foibles and essential humanity.
- Publication:
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Journal of Physics Conference Series
- Pub Date:
- February 2007
- DOI:
- 10.1088/1742-6596/57/1/006
- Bibcode:
- 2007JPhCS..57...61B