Newton Medal winner (2010): Edward Witten

Dame Jocelyn Bell presents the 2010 Newton Medal to Edward Witten who gives a revealing interview to the Institute of Physics. He applied mathematical techniques to our understanding of the Universe.
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[@DR-rl2st]

Who is here after the Joe Rogan and Eric Weinstein podcast?

[@sayunts]

Edward Witten is known by his great contribution in the String Theory. He is the one of outstanding physical theorists today. Respect this man.

[@Slowhobolicker]

Joe Rogan wants this guy as a guest, let's make it happen.

[@maxkanoff9682]

I want him to record a guided meditation.

[@SpottyDorsord]

He's so concise. I can't decide whether he's prosaic or poetic.

[@gangster3591]

Boundless respect for this man. Widely regarded as the greatest living physicist, Prof Witten remains as unassuming, warm and humble as he is brilliant. Imagine what humanity could accomplish if people learned to value geniuses like Witten instead of 'celebrities'

[@physicsman3788]

The only theoretical physicist has won the field medal so far. Scary

[@snowpants2212]

"The hardest part of research is always to find a question that's big enough that it's worth answering, but little enough that you actually can answer it."

[@sreekarguddeti9664]

the hardest part of research is asking a question worthy of being answered but not big enough that it cant be answered-- ed witten

[@ellomirza]

Well that’s just great. The smartest man on earth is dedicated to peace in the Middle East and yet here we are.

[@woobmonkeyp3537]

One theory to rule them all

[@isakwilkinson2491]

I love how this man talks about his children and allowing them to make their own decisions but obviously pointing in the direction of science but still loud allowing them to make their own decisions that is commendable and that is completely awesome

[@qwertyzxcv123]

I understand now why his fellow physicist fear him - its because of humility and his knowledge about almost everything under the sun.

[@41_balisingh20]

He is so elegant and precise in his speech. It almost seems like he's reading from a book..

[@Mrdenverfan01]

Great interview, Dr. Witten!

[@kotsabas4tw]

He looks like a perfect role model for young physicists.

[@friendlystonepeople]

He oozes intellect and kindness, which is even more impressive.

[@PeSOVIN]

I am saying this with admiration and respect. he is really is half human half computer. A truly remarkable individual.

[@ludwigsagan9663]

so smart and humble at the same time just amaze me

[@mr.miller2828]

This guy would make a perfect bond/spy villain. The pace he talks at, the almost blank facial expressions…