Albert Michelson

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Albert A. Michelson (1852-1931) was an American physicist known for his work on the measurement of the speed of light and for designing the Michelson interferometer. Born in Strelno, Prussia (now Poland), he emigrated to the United States with his family at a young age. Michelson was the first American to receive a Nobel Prize in Physics, which he was awarded in 1907 for his precision optical instruments and measurements of the speed of light. His groundbreaking experiments contributed significantly to the understanding of light and laid the foundation for modern physics. Michelson's work also played a crucial role in the development of the theory of relativity. He served as a professor at various institutions, including the University of Chicago, and was a member of several prestigious scientific organizations. Albert Michelson's legacy endures in the field of physics, and his name is associated with various measurements of the speed of light.