Bertram N. Brockhouse

Bertram N. Brockhouse was a Canadian physicist known for his groundbreaking work in condensed matter physics. He developed techniques using neutron scattering to study how atoms and molecules vibrate within materials, revealing their structure and properties at a microscopic level. His research advanced our understanding of materials like metals and insulators, with applications in electronics and material science. Brockhouse's contributions earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1994, shared with Clifford Shull, recognizing their innovative methods for exploring the material world at the atomic scale.