Edward Witten
Edward Witten is an American theoretical physicist and mathematician, known for his work in the field of string theory. He was born on August 26, 1951, in Baltimore, Maryland.
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He was born on August 26, 1951, in Baltimore, Maryland. Witten received his undergraduate degree from Brandeis University and his Ph. D. from Princeton University in 1976. Witten's contributions to physics include pioneering research in quantum field theory, supersymmetry, and the development of M-theory, which unifies the five different string theories that had been proposed. His work has had a significant impact on the understanding of particle physics and the search for a unified theory of physics. In addition to his groundbreaking research, Witten has also made important contributions to mathematics, particularly in the field of topology. He has received several prestigious awards for his work, including the Fields Medal in 1990, the Dirac Medal in 2008, and the National Medal of Science in 2002. Witten is currently a professor at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey. He continues to be an influential figure in theoretical physics and mathematics, and his work has shaped the direction of research in these fields.