Bertrand Russell Bertrand Russell: A Philosopher with Deep Roots in Wales Bertrand Russell (1872–1970) was one of the most influential philosophers, logicians, and social critics of the 20th century. His impact on a wide range of disciplines—from mathematics and logic to politics and social theory—is widely recognized. Yet, an often overlooked aspect of his identity is his connection to Wales. Born into an aristocratic family with deep ties to Monmouthshire, Russell’s Welsh heritage played a significant role in shaping...

Brian David Josephson our superconductivity mastermind Brian David Josephson is a Welsh physicist, born on January 4, 1940, in Cardiff, Wales. He became a prominent figure in the world of theoretical physics and is best known for his groundbreaking work on superconductivity, for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1973. His major contribution to science came with the discovery of the "Josephson Effect," which describes the quantum mechanical phenomenon of supercurrents tunneling through a thin insulating...

Robert Recorde Very influential physician and mathamatician. Robert published some of the most important books of his era including the first English language book on Algebra which incidentally is where the equals symbol is first seen in use! He achieved high office too, being not only the king's physician but also the controller of the Royal Mint (which is now based in Pontyclun, South Wales). As is true today, positions of power attract enemies and sadly it was his high profile that lead to his downfall. Robert was broken...