The biography “Subramanyan Chandrasekhar O Abdas Salam” was written by Debakanta Mishra and published in 1990. This book showcases the lives and achievements of two prominent Indian scientists, Subramanyan Chandrasekhar and Abdus Salam.
Subramanyan Chandrasekhar, commonly known as Chandra, was an astrophysicist who made significant contributions to the field of stellar structure and evolution. He was born in Lahore, British India (now Pakistan) in 1910. Chandrasekhar’s revolutionary work on the calculations of the evolution and structure of stars earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1983. This biography delves into his childhood, education, and his journey to becoming one of the greatest astrophysicists of his time.
Abdus Salam, born in Jhang, British India (now Pakistan) in 1926, was a renowned theoretical physicist. He made remarkable contributions to the field of particle physics and was an integral part of the discovery of the electroweak theory, for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1979. The book explores Salam’s upbringing, education, and his pursuit of scientific knowledge that led him to become one of the most influential physicists of his era.
Debakanta Mishra, the author of this biography, presents a comprehensive account of the lives of Chandrasekhar and Salam. He delves into their early influences, their passion for science, and the challenges they overcame to achieve extraordinary success. Mishra also sheds light on their journey as scientists, detailing their breakthroughs, collaborations, and the impact they made on the scientific community.
“Subramanyan Chandrasekhar O Abdas Salam” offers readers a captivating insight into the lives of these two brilliant scientists, providing a deep understanding of their contributions to astrophysics and particle physics, respectively. This biography serves as a tribute to their brilliance, determination, and the invaluable legacy they left behind in the world of science.
Books Info
| Books name | Rutu Basant/ଋତୁ ବସନ୍ତ |
| Author | Debakanta Mishra |
| No Of pages | 54 |
| Publisher | Jagannatha Ratha |
| Publication | 1990 |
| Printed At | Sukanti Printers |
| Distributor | NA |