309 Albert Einstein: Physicist, Philosopher, Humanitarian
History | Registration opens 12/2/25 9:00 AM EST
This Great Course will peer into the mind of a great genius of history with this deep and informative course that explores the scientist we know, as well as the thinker and social activist we may be unfamiliar with. Albert Einstein irrevocably changed the face of physics. Eventually, he would achieve fame and influence not only as a scientist but also as a philosopher and a humanitarian, involved with some of the most profound issues of the day. Get an in-depth look at the life and work of Albert Einstein, undoubtedly one of the brilliant minds of the 20th century. This course examines his revolutionary innovations in physics, his philosophical reflections on the methods and foundations of science, and his public efforts championing a variety of social causes.
Dan Robbins
Dan Robbins retired from B&W Y-12 in 2013 after 47 years of company service. At Y-12 he was the director of the analytical laboratories. He is a chemistry graduate of UNC, Chapel Hill and a Princeton PhD. He was the founding chairman of the Greenways of Oak Ridge Organization and retired after 31 years.