Carl David Anderson
1905–1991 (age 86)
Biography
Carl David Anderson was a pioneering physicist whose discovery of the positron opened a new chapter in our understanding of matter and earned him the highest honors in science. His curiosity and dedication to rigorous research served as inspiration to generations of scientists.
He remained humble throughout his career, often reflecting on the power of collaboration and the shared pursuit of knowledge, and his impact continues to be felt in laboratories and classrooms around the world.