Leon Lederman (physicist)

Leon Lederman was a renowned American physicist known for his contributions to particle physics—the study of tiny particles that make up matter. He was involved in important discoveries, including the discovery of neutrinos, which are nearly invisible particles fundamental to understanding the universe. Lederman also played a key role in building and leading major research labs, such as Fermilab. He authored popular science books and earned the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1988 for his work on subatomic particles. His efforts helped advance our knowledge of the universe’s fundamental building blocks and inspired future generations of scientists.