Frank Wilczek (physicist)

Frank Wilczek is a renowned theoretical physicist who contributed to our understanding of fundamental particles and forces. He co-discovered asymptotic freedom, which explains why quarks—the building blocks of protons and neutrons—interact weakly at high energies. His work helped shape the Standard Model of particle physics. Wilczek has also explored concepts like axions, hypothetical particles that could solve mysteries like dark matter. Recognized with the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2004, he is known for his clarity and ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to both specialists and the general public.