C. V. RAMAN
(1888–1970)
🌟 The Nobel Laureate in Physics 🌟
- 🔬 Discovered the Raman Effect in 1928.
- 💡 This opened a brand new field in science called Raman Spectroscopy.
- 🏆 Awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930.
- 🏛️ Founded the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science in Kolkata.
About C. V. Raman
- Born: 7 November 1888
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India - Profession: Physicist, Researcher, Academic
- Known For: Discovery of the Raman Effect, Raman Spectroscopy
- Died: 21 November 1970
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Key Achievements
- Won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930, becoming the first Asian to receive it in a scientific field.
- Contributed immensely to the fundamental fields of optics, acoustics, and crystal physics.
- Founded the legendary Raman Research Institute in Bengaluru.
- Inspired generations with his simplicity, dedication, and love for science.
📍 Life Timeline
1888
Born in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
1907
Graduated in Physics from Presidency College, Madras
1917
Returned to India and joined IACS, Kolkata
1928
Discovered the breakthrough Raman Effect
1930
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics
1970
Passed away on 21 November in Bengaluru
"There is no dearth of materials on this Earth. We cannot obtain light without burning."
