El frigorífico de Einstein
cómo el frío y el calor explican el universo
Sen, Paul
Thermodynamics -the branch of physics that deals with energy and entropy- governs the universe, from the behavior of living cells to the black hole at the center of our galaxy, as well as why we should eat and breathe, how the lights go on, the limits of computing and how the universe will end. The brilliant minds who deciphered its laws came from all branches of science; they were engineers, physicists, chemists, biologists, cosmologists, and mathematicians. Paul Sen introduces us to all the protagonists who contributed to scientific progress through time and nations. Incredibly motivated and idealistic, their discoveries have helped create the contemporary world and have transformed all branches of science, from biology to cosmology.