The Charm of Theoretical Physics (1958-1993)
Luciano Maiani, Luisa Bonolis
TL;DR
This paper reflects on the development of theoretical particle physics from 1958 to 1993, highlighting key figures and the evolution of the Standard Theory within the context of Italian physics.
Contribution
It provides a personal historical perspective on the formation of the Standard Theory and the influential Italian physicists involved during that period.
Findings
Highlights the role of Italian physicists in theoretical physics
Documents the evolution of the Standard Theory
Emphasizes the importance of key personalities in the field
Abstract
Personal recollections on theoretical particle physics in the years when the Standard Theory was formed. In the background, the remarkable development of Italian theoretical physics in the second part of the last century, with great personalities like Bruno Touschek, Raoul Gatto, Nicola Cabibbo and their schools.
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