Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein; 14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist. He developed the general theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.:274 Einstein's work is also known for its influence on the philosophy of science. Einstein is best known in popular culture for his mass–energy equivalence formula E = mc2. He received the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics for his "services to theoretical physics", in particular his discovery of the law of the photoelectric...
NationalityGerman
ProfessionScientist
Date of Birth14 March 1879
CityUlm, Germany
CountryGermany
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.
Nothing will benefit human health and increase the chances for survival of life on Earth as much as the evolution to a vegetarian diet.
If we knew what it was we were doing, it would not be called research, would it?
Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value.
Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else has ever thought.
When I have one week to solve a seemingly impossible problem, I spend six days defining the problem. Then, the solution becomes obvious.
I believe in standardizing automobiles. I do not believe in standardizing human beings. Standardization is a great peril which threatens American culture.
Most people say that it is the intellect which makes a great scientist. They are wrong: it is character.
When I was young I found out that the big toe always ends up making a hole in a sock. So I stopped wearing socks.
Every day I remind myself that my inner and outer life are based on the labors of other men, living and dead, and that I must exert myself in order to give in the same measure as I have received and am still receiving.
Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.
Never do anything against conscience even if the state demands it.
Success comes from curiosity, concentration, perseverance and self criticism.
The ideas that have lighted my way have been kindness, beauty and truth.