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JJ (Joseph John) Thomson (1856-1940) British Nuclear physicist, discovered electron

JJ (Joseph John) Thomson (1856-1940) British Nuclear physicist, discovered electron


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JJ (Joseph John) Thomson (1856-1940) British Nuclear physicist, discovered electron

JJ (Joseph John) Thomson (1856-1940) British Nuclear physicist, discovered electron, here with his research students at the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge, in 1898. Left to right, back: SW Richardson, J Henry. Middle: EBH Wade, GA Shakespear, CTR Wilson, Ernest Rutherford, W Craig-Henderson, JH Vincent, GB Bryan. Front: J McClelland, C Child, Paul Langevin, JJ Thomson, J Zeleny, RS Willows, HA Wilson, JSE Townsend

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1898 Back Cambridge Cavendish Child Discovered Ernest Front Henry John Joseph Laboratory Left Middle Nuclear Paul Physicist Research Rutherford Scientist Students Thomson Vincent Wilson Bryan Electron Mcclelland Richardson Shakespear Townsend Wade Willows


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This print captures the brilliant mind of JJ (Joseph John) Thomson, a renowned British nuclear physicist who made the groundbreaking discovery of the electron. Taken in 1898 at the prestigious Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge, this image showcases Thomson surrounded by his dedicated research students. In this historic snapshot, we see an impressive lineup of individuals who would go on to make significant contributions to scientific advancements. From left to right, standing proudly are SW Richardson and J Henry. Positioned in the middle row are EBH Wade, GA Shakespear, CTR Wilson (famous for inventing cloud chambers), Ernest Rutherford (later known as "the father of nuclear physics"), W Craig-Henderson, JH Vincent, GB Bryan. Seated in front are J McClelland, C Child, Paul Langevin (a prominent French physicist), JJ Thomson himself with his piercing gaze and intellectual aura radiating from him. The Cavendish Laboratory served as a hub for groundbreaking discoveries during this era and continues to be a center for cutting-edge research today. This photograph not only immortalizes these brilliant minds but also symbolizes their collective pursuit of knowledge and innovation. As we delve into history through this remarkable image captured over a century ago by Universal Images Group (UIG), it serves as a reminder of the tireless dedication that scientists like JJ Thomson exhibited in unraveling the mysteries of our universe.

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