Kenneth G. Wilson quotes

Kenneth G. Wilson was an American theoretical physicist recognized for his pioneering work in critical phenomena and phase transitions. His development of the renormalization group theory shaped the modern understanding of complex physical systems. He greatly influenced fields from condensed matter physics to quantum field theory. Here are 13 of his quotes:

The hardest problems of pure and applied science can only be solved by the open collaboration of the world-wide scientific community. (Kenneth G. Wilson)
Through this additional support, we must renew our commitment to provide talented young people with the opportunity to build scientific careers based on their curiosity, the same opportunity that was provided to me when I began my work. View quote
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In consequence, science is more important than ever for industrial technology. View quote
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My father was on the faculty in the Chemistry Department of Harvard University; my mother had one year of graduate work in physics before her marriage. View quote
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The Nobel award occasions a unique celebration of the vision of science by the public at large. The prestige the prize confers today is largely due to the extraordinary diligence of the Nobel committees. View quote
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Industry now should become a full partner of government in supporting longrange basic research. View quote
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Scientists under all forms of government must be able to participate fully in international efforts. View quote
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My graduate studies were carried out at the California Institute of Technology. View quote
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In 1975 I met Alison Brown and in 1982 we were married. She works for Cornell Computer Services. View quote
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One other hobby of mine has been playing the oboe but I have not kept this up after 1969. View quote
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My grandfather on my mother's side was a professor of mechanical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology; my other grandfather was a lawyer, and one time Speaker of the Tennessee House of Representatives. (Kenneth G. Wilson)
While at Cal Tech I talked a lot with Jon Mathews, then a junior faculty member; he taught me how to use the Institute's computer; we also went on hikes together. View quote
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The scientist's inquiry into the causes of things is providing an ever more extensive understanding of nature. View quote
Kenneth G. Wilson

Kenneth G. Wilson

Occupation: American Scientist
Born: June 8, 1936
Died: June 15, 2013
Quotes count: 13