Lev Landau
Made fundamental contributions to many areas of theoretical physics, including quantum mechanics, condensed matter physics, and cosmology.
Most quoted
"There are three kinds of scientists: those who are good at calculations, those who are good at experiments, and those who are good at talking. I belong to the third category."
"Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world, stimulating progress, giving birth to evolution."
"The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the fundamental emotion that stands at the cradle of true art and true science."
All quotes by Lev Landau (306)
I am not afraid of making mistakes.
The only way to solve a problem is to think about it deeply.
I am a free spirit.
The most important thing is to enjoy what you do.
I am a realist.
The only way to achieve greatness is to work hard and never give up.
I am a man of science.
The most important thing is to be open-minded.
I am a rationalist.
The only way to make a difference is to be yourself.
I am a curious person.
The most important thing is to have a clear mind.
I am a critical thinker.
The only way to truly understand something is to simplify it.
I am a problem solver.
The most important thing is to be persistent.
I am a logical person.
The only way to make progress is to challenge the status quo.
Physics is not a science of observation, but a science of experiment.
A physicist is a person who knows how to solve problems.
Contemporaries of Lev Landau
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Lev Landau (1908–1968).