Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein is a theoretical physicist at the origin of the theory of relativity. He received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921.
Glossary
Austria-Hungary
Austria-Hungary was a Central European empire that existed from 1867 to 1918. Mileva Einstein was born in this region.
Polytechnic School
A higher education institution specialized in the teaching of sciences and techniques.
E=MC2
Allows you to calculate the amount of energy that a body possesses according to its mass and that it could release depending on the circumstances.
Space-time
A fundamental concept of the theory of relativity that unifies space and time into a single entity. The perception of time and distances depends on the speed of the observer's movement.
The Matilda Effect
Non-recognition of female scientists to the benefit of men.
Photoelectric
Physical phenomenon designating the emission of electrons by a substance exposed to light. This discovery contributed to Albert Einstein's obtaining the Nobel Prize in 1921.
Nobel Prize
Award given to one or more people for their work in favor of humanity, through discoveries that can be scientific, innovative, literary works or actions for peace…
Speed of light
A fundamental physical constant in the theory of relativity, noted c. It is always the same anywhere and anytime, and represents an insurmountable limit for the travel of matter.