Assignment task: Federal laboratories, Universities, or Industrial Laboratories? Based on the course readings, which institutional setting contributed most significantly to the development of physics in the 20th century? Explain your rationale with examples
Additionally, did 20th century physicists have more significant achievements on earth or in space (including all institutional settings)? Explain why. Finally, which physicist made the greatest contribution? Explain how, and cite a primary source written by him or her.
- 250 to 500 words
John Hedley Brooke, & Ronald L. Numbers. (2011). Science and Religion Around the World. Oxford University Press.
Bertoloni, M. D. E. I., Dorn, H., & McClellan, J. E. I. (2006). Science and technology in world history: An introduction. Johns Hopkins University Press.