The World of Enrico Fermi pt2 (1970)

The film discusses the pivotal role of physicist Enrico Fermi during World War II, particularly in the development of nuclear energy and the atomic bomb. It details his collaboration with other scientists, including Albert Einstein and Leo Szilard, who alerted President Roosevelt to the threat of Nazi Germany’s nuclear research. Fermi’s work led to the first controlled nuclear chain reaction in December 1942 at the University of Chicago, marking a significant step in atomic research. The narrative also highlights the ethical dilemmas faced by scientists post-war, their push for civilian control over atomic energy, and Fermi’s eventual advocacy for free scientific inquiry. The film concludes with reflections on Fermi’s legacy and contributions to physics.

Keywords
Enrico Fermi, World War II, nuclear energy, atomic bomb, Albert Einstein, chain reaction, Manhattan Project, ethical dilemmas, civilian control, scientific inquiry, legacy

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