Richard Feynman

Nobel-winning physicist who transformed quantum mechanics and science communication.

Richard Feynman (1918–1988) redefined theoretical physics with his Nobel Prize-winning work on quantum electrodynamics (QED). His Feynman diagrams simplified complex particle interactions into visual tools still used globally.

Beyond academia, Feynman became a legendary science communicator. His "Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!" memoirs and Caltech lectures made physics accessible to millions. As a Challenger disaster investigator, he famously demonstrated O-ring failure using ice water—a moment symbolizing scientific integrity.

Feynman’s interdisciplinary curiosity led him to study Mayan hieroglyphs, play bongo drums, and pioneer quantum computing concepts. His "cult of ignorance" speech warns against anti-scientific thinking, resonating deeply in today’s world. Explore his impact through the American Physical Society archives.