Scotland's Einstein: James Clerk Maxwell - The Man Who Changed the World

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Scotland’s forgotten Einstein

Released December 02, 2015

Overview

Professor Iain Stewart reveals the story behind the Scottish physicist who was Einstein's hero; James Clerk Maxwell. Maxwell's discoveries not only inspired Einstein, but they helped shape our modern world - allowing the development of radio, TV, mobile phones and much more. Despite this, he is largely unknown in his native land of Scotland. Scientist Iain Stewart sets out to change that, and to celebrate the life, work and legacy of the man dubbed "Scotland's Forgotten Einstein".

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1h 0m


Origin Country

United Kingdom


Original Language

English


Original Title

Scotland's Einstein: James Clerk Maxwell - The Man Who Changed the World


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

  • logo for BBC Scotland

    BBC Scotland

    United Kingdom

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