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Scotland's Einstein: James Clerk Maxwell - The Man Who Changed the World

"Scotland’s forgotten Einstein"

2015-12-02
6.5
en 60m
DocumentaryHistory
Professor Iain Stewart reveals the story behind the Scottish physicist who was Einstein's hero; James Clerk Maxwell. Maxwell's discoveries not only inspired Einstein, but they helped shape our modern world - allowing the development of radio, TV, mobile phones and much more. Despite this, he is largely unknown in his native land of Scotland. Scientist Iain Stewart sets out to change that, and to celebrate the life, work and legacy of the man dubbed "Scotland's Forgotten Einstein".

Director

Declan Healy

Executive Producer

Rachel Bell

Producer

Declan Healy

Additional Music

Matt Nicholson

physics biography electromagnetisn

Status

Released

Countries

  • United Kingdom

Companies

  • BBC Scotland