Albert Einstein, one of history’s most influential physicists, was born on March 14, 1879, in Ulm, Germany. Known for his revolutionary contributions to science, he reshaped our understanding of time, space, and energy. His 1905 “miracle year” produced four groundbreaking papers, including his theory of special relativity and the famous equation E=mc2, which linked mass and energy.
Einstein’s work on general relativity, published in 1915, explained gravitational fields as the warping of spacetime by mass, dramatically changing our perception of the universe. This theory was confirmed through astronomical observations, solidifying his reputation. He received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921, not for relativity but for his explanation of the photoelectric effect, which laid foundations for quantum mechanics.
In 1933, Einstein fled Nazi Germany, settling in the United States, where he joined the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey. A vocal advocate for peace, he warned of nuclear dangers but was deeply committed to humanitarian causes and intellectual freedom.
Einstein passed away on April 18, 1955, leaving a legacy that transcends physics. His theories continue to influence modern science, while his life and words inspire curiosity, imagination, and the pursuit of knowledge worldwide.
