Theoretical Collection (#3)

Snowball Earth. Computer artwork of the Earth frozen in snow and ice some 590 million years ago. The continents are in different positions due to tectonic plate movements

Gate control theory of pain, artwork
Gate control theory of pain. Computer artwork of the neural circuit diagram used to represent the gate control theory of pain

Black hole radiation, artwork
Black hole radiation. Artwork of the radiation predicted to be emitted by a black hole. Produced due to quantum effects, this radiation is also known as Hawking radiation or Bekenstein-Hawking

Superconductor simulation. Computer model showing superconducting puddles in a high-temperature (high Tc) superconductor. In this context

Big Bang probability, conceptual image. Computer artwork of two dice emanating from an explosion, representing the chance of the Big Bang having occurred

Lunar tug leaving Earth, artwork
Lunar tug leaving Earth. Computer artwork showing a lunar tug with an attached lunar lander propelling itself into a larger Earth orbit that will enable it to intercept the moon in about three days

Asteroid mining settlement, artwork
Asteroid mining settlement. Computer artwork of a hypothetical mining settlement on the binary asteroid 90 Antiope. This pair of asteroids orbits in the main part of the outer asteroid belt between

Nanotube drug delivery, artwork
Nanotube drug delivery. Computer artwork showing antioxidant molecules BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) and BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) moving along the inside of a nanotube

Bronze Age village, 19th century artwork
Bronze Age village. 19th century artwork of a prehistoric Swiss village and its inhabitants in a lake. This image is based on discoveries made from lake settlements in Switzerland

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"Theoretical minds shaping the realms of possibility: From Richard Feynman to Albert Einstein and beyond" In the vast expanse of intellectual exploration, theoretical physicists have been at the forefront of unraveling the mysteries that surround us. Richard Feynman, known for his brilliant mind and charismatic personality, left an indelible mark on our understanding of quantum mechanics. Caricature C015/6715 captures Feynman's essence as he delves into multiple universes - a concept that challenges our perception of reality. This notion was further explored by Einstein and Eddington in 1930 when they contemplated parallel dimensions coexisting with our own. Josiah Willard Gibbs, a revered US mathematician, contributed significantly to statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. His work laid the foundation for understanding complex systems within nature. Henri Poincare, depicted in caricature C015/6708, made groundbreaking contributions to mathematics and theoretical physics. His profound insights into chaos theory revolutionized scientific thought. John Maynard Smith's caricature showcases his pioneering work in evolutionary biology. By applying mathematical models to biological phenomena, he shed light on how species evolve over time. Lev Landau stands tall among Soviet physicists as one who pushed boundaries relentlessly. His research spanned various fields including condensed matter physics and superfluidity. The Higgs Boson particle artwork symbolizes humanity's quest to uncover fundamental particles that constitute matter itself. Its discovery at CERN marked a significant milestone in particle physics. Atomic structure remains a cornerstone of modern science; it is through this intricate web that we comprehend chemical reactions and molecular interactions essential for life as we know it. Albert Einstein's name resonates deeply within theoretical physics circles. His theories of relativity transformed our understanding of space-time continuum forevermore. James Clerk Maxwell's brilliance shines through as Scottish theoretical physicist who unified electricity and magnetism equations into what are now known as Maxwell's equations – pillars of modern physics.