Otto Stern

Otto Stern was a German physicist known for his groundbreaking work in the field of atomic and molecular physics. He is most famous for the Stern-Gerlach experiment, conducted in 1922, which demonstrated that atoms have quantized magnetic moments, revealing the quantum nature of particles. This experiment contributed significantly to our understanding of quantum mechanics. In recognition of his contributions, Stern received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1943. His work laid foundational principles in modern physics, influencing areas like quantum information and the study of atomic behavior.