George Gamow (physicist)

George Gamow was a prominent physicist and cosmologist known for his contributions to our understanding of the universe. Born in 1904 in Ukraine, he played a key role in the development of the Big Bang theory, proposing concepts such as cosmic microwave background radiation. Gamow also made significant contributions to nuclear physics, particularly in explaining alpha decay. Beyond research, he was a talented science communicator, authoring popular science books like "Mr. Tompkins in Wonderland," which made complex scientific ideas accessible to the general public. His work helped bridge the gap between advanced physics and popular understanding.