With whom did Hänsch share the Nobel Prize?
Peter Higgs
Paul Dirac
John L. Hall
David J. Wineland
Answer
John L. Hall, an American physicist, shared the Nobel Prize with Theodor Wänsch, not Hänsch. Hall and Wänsch were recognized for their groundbreaking work on optical frequency combs, which have revolutionized precision measurement in numerous fields, including astronomy, spectroscopy, and telecommunications. Their remarkable invention enables scientists to measure frequencies and time with unprecedented accuracy.
The Remarkable Journey of Theodor W. Hänsch: A Nobel Laureate's Contributions to Physics" or "Theodore W. Hänsch: Exploring the Life and Achievements of a Renowned German Physicist
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