Ernest Rutherford Collection

Ernest Rutherford, caricature
Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937). Caricature of the New Zealand physicist Ernest Rutherford, with an electron orbiting his head

JJ Thomson, British nuclear physicist, 1898. Joseph John Thomson (1856-1940), the discoverer of the electron, with his students at the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge

Ernest Rutherford, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, 1908
NWI4949394 Ernest Rutherford, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, 1908.; (add.info.: Ernest Rutherford, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, 1908.); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Ernest Rutherford, left, and Hans Geiger in the Physics Laboratory of Manchester University (b / w photo)
5997982 Ernest Rutherford, left, and Hans Geiger in the Physics Laboratory of Manchester University (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Illustration of Rutherford model of the atom, consisting of nucleus and negatively charged electrons

Ernest Rutherford, caricature
Ernest Rutherford. Caricature of the New Zealand nuclear physicist Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937) with an electron orbiting his head

Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937), Nobel prize-winning atomic physicist, c1908
Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937), New Zealand atomic physicist, c1908. Awarded 1908 Nobel prize for chemistry. Is considered by many to have laid the groundwork for the development of modern nuclear

Ernest Rutherford, New Zealand-born physicist and the founder of nuclear physics. Rutherford (1871-1937) won a scholarship to Cambridge

Ernest Rutherford broadcasting during a home visit to New Zealand in 1926. In 1908 Rutherford (1871-1937), New Zealand atomic physicist

Ernest Rutherford
1925: British physicist and 1st Baron, Ernest Rutherford (1871 - 1937), at the time he was President of the British Association. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Ernest Rutherford, sculpture C017 / 6985
Sculpture of the New Zealand-born British physicist Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937). Rutherfords work contributed to the understanding of atomic structure

Rutherford, Ernest (Nelson, New Zealand, 1871-Cambridge, 1937). English physicist. Study of radioactivity, isotopes and the structure of matter. Nobel Prize in chemistry in 1908

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Ernest Rutherford, the New Zealand-born physicist and founder of nuclear physics, was a pioneering figure in the field of atomic physics. With his groundbreaking experiments and theories, he revolutionized our understanding of the atom. In 1898, Rutherford worked alongside British nuclear physicist JJ Thomson in the Physics Laboratory at Manchester University. This collaboration laid the foundation for his future discoveries. A caricature of Rutherford during this time captures his dedication and passion for unraveling the mysteries of atomic structure. Rutherford's most notable achievement came in 1908 when he won the Nobel Prize in Physics for his investigations into radioactive substances and their decay products. This recognition solidified him as one of history's greatest scientific minds. A black-and-white photograph shows Rutherford alongside Hans Geiger in Manchester University's Physics Laboratory. Their partnership led to significant advancements in radiation detection techniques, including their famous invention -the Geiger-Muller counter. Despite achieving international acclaim, Rutherford never forgot his roots. In 1926, he returned to New Zealand on a home visit where he broadcasted about his groundbreaking work to inspire fellow Kiwis with scientific curiosity. The illustration depicting Rutherford's model of an atom showcases its revolutionary concept: a tiny nucleus surrounded by negatively charged electrons orbiting it like planets around a sun. This model challenged previous beliefs about atomic structure and paved the way for further research. Throughout his career, Ernest Rutherford remained dedicated to pushing boundaries and expanding human knowledge. His contributions continue to shape modern science today – from nuclear energy applications to medical diagnostics using radioactive isotopes. With each accolade earned and experiment conducted, Ernest Rutherford left an indelible mark on scientific history that will forever be remembered as a testament to human curiosity and ingenuity.