Scotland's Einstein: James Clerk Maxwell - The Man Who Changed the World

Scotland's Einstein: James Clerk Maxwell - The Man Who Changed the World

Scotland’s forgotten Einstein

Professor Iain Stewart reveals the story behind the Scottish physicist who was Einstein's hero; James Clerk Maxwell. Maxwell's discoveries not only inspired Einstein, but they helped shape our modern world - allowing the development of radio, TV, mobile phones and much more. Despite this, he is largely unknown in his native land of Scotland. Scientist Iain Stewart sets out to change that, and to celebrate the life, work and legacy of the man dubbed "Scotland's Forgotten Einstein".

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Scotland's Einstein: James Clerk Maxwell - The Man Who Changed the World

Rating

6.5/10

Release Date

2015-12-02

Runtime

60 minutes

Status

Released

Cast

Production Companies

BBC Scotland

BBC Scotland