Burton Richter quotes

Burton Richter was an American physicist renowned for his discovery of the J/ψ particle. This breakthrough contributed significantly to the development of the Standard Model in particle physics. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his achievements and leadership in experimental physics. Here are 5 of his quotes:

Modern science is fast-moving, and no laboratory can exist for long with a program based on old facilities. Innovation and renewal are required to keep a laboratory on the frontiers of science. (Burton Richter)

In 1948 I entered the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, undecided between studies of chemistry and physics, but my first year convinced me that physics was more interesting to me.

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I was born on 22 March 1931 in New York, the elder child of Abraham and Fanny Richter.

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While a lab Director can get done the things that he regards as important, he has the more important job of bringing out the best ideas of the broader scientific community.

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Since stepping down as laboratory director in 1999, I have devoted an increasing fraction of my time to international issues. I am involved with energy, environment, and sustainability issues, particularly as they involve new energy sources free of greenhouse gases.

Burton Richter

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Occupation: American Scientist
Born: March 22, 1931
Died: July 18, 2018
Quotes count: 5

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