Lviv period for Smoluchowski: Science, teaching, and beyond

TL;DR

This paper explores Marian Smoluchowski's lesser-known activities during his time at the University of Lviv, including his teaching, organizational efforts, and hobbies, highlighting aspects beyond his scientific achievements.

Contribution

It provides new insights into Smoluchowski's personal and professional life during his Lviv period, emphasizing overlooked aspects such as teaching and organizational work.

Findings

Detailed list of publications from the Lviv period

Highlights Smoluchowski's teaching and organizational efforts

Reveals personal hobbies of Smoluchowski

Abstract

A major part of Marian Smoluchowski's achievements in science corresponds to the period of his work at the University of Lviv. Since this part is well described in the literature, in the paper the emphasis is made on some less known activities of this outstanding scientist: his teaching, his organizational efforts, and even his hobbies. The list of publications corresponding to the Lviv period is given.