May 11, 1918 february 15, 1988 was an american theoretical physicist, known for his work in the path integral formulation of quantum mechanics, the theory of quantum electrodynamics, and the physics of the superfluidity of supercooled liquid helium, as well as in particle physics for which he proposed the parton model. The department features regularly rotating exhibits and hosts classes, workshops, and lectures throughout the year, some of which take place in the hyam plutzik library for contemporary writing, jacob robert cominsky reading room, and the william henry seward room. We are very pleased to announce that audio recordings of more than 100 book arts pressrare book school lectures from the past four decades are now available. Is the feynman lectures in physics sufficient for covering. A delightful scientific memoir combined with a memorable introduction to physics.
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