Edinburgh, Scotland – Renowned physicist Professor Peter Higgs, known for his groundbreaking work on the Higgs boson, passed away at the age of 94. Higgs, born in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1929, made significant contributions to the field of particle physics throughout his career.
In the 1960s, Higgs proposed the groundbreaking idea that led to the discovery of the Higgs boson, also known as the “God particle.” His theory aimed to explain why particles in the Universe have mass, ultimately completing the standard model of particle physics.
Despite facing initial challenges in getting his theory published, Higgs’s work finally gained recognition in 2012 when scientists at CERN in Switzerland discovered the elusive particle using the Large Hadron Collider. This discovery not only validated Higgs’s theory but also earned him the prestigious Nobel Prize in Physics the following year.
Throughout his life, Higgs remained modest and focused on his research, garnering praise for his shy and unassuming demeanor. Colleagues and friends remember him as a brilliant mind who made a profound impact on the field of physics.
Higgs’s legacy lives on through his contributions to science and his pivotal role in one of the most significant discoveries in modern physics. His work continues to inspire future generations of scientists to push the boundaries of knowledge and explore the mysteries of the universe.