John Ward: Memoir of a Theoretical Physicist
Norman Dombey
TL;DR
This paper provides a detailed scientific biography of John Ward, highlighting his major contributions to theoretical physics including the Ward Identity, quantum entanglement calculations, and electroweak theory predictions.
Contribution
It introduces a comprehensive account of John Ward's pioneering work and its impact on modern theoretical physics.
Findings
Development of the Ward Identity in quantum electrodynamics
First calculation of photon entanglement in electron-positron annihilation
Prediction of neutral weak currents in electroweak theory
Abstract
A scientific biography of John Ward, who was responsible for the Ward Identity in quantum electrodynamics; the first detailed calculation of the quantum entanglement of two photons in electron-positron annihilation with Maurice Pryce; the prediction of neutral weak currents in electroweak theory with Sheldon Glashow and Abdus Salam, and many other major calculations in theoretical physics.
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TopicsInternational Science and Diplomacy · Earth Systems and Cosmic Evolution