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March 4th, 2010 admin 14-March-2010 is his 131st Birth day. This post is for that.
Albert Einstein was born at Ulm, in Württemberg, Germany, on March 14, 1879. Six weeks later the family moved to Munich, where he later on began his schooling at the Luitpold Gymnasium. Later, they moved to Italy and Albert continued his education at Aarau, Switzerland and in 1896 he entered the Swiss Federal Polytechnic School in Zurich to be trained as a teacher in physics and mathematics. In 1901, the year he gained his diploma, he acquired Swiss citizenship and, as he was unable to find a teaching post, he accepted a position as technical assistant in the Swiss Patent Office. In 1905 he obtained his doctor’s degree.
During his stay at the Patent Office, and in his spare time, he produced much of his remarkable work and in 1908 he was appointed Privatdozent in Berne. In 1909 he became Professor Extraordinary at Zurich, in 1911 Professor of Theoretical Physics at Prague, returning to Zurich in the following year to fill a similar post. In 1914 he was appointed Director of the Kaiser Wilhelm Physical Institute and Professor in the University of Berlin. He became a German citizen in 1914 and remained in Berlin until 1933 when he renounced his citizenship for political reasons and emigrated to America to take the position of Professor of Theoretical Physics at Princeton. He became a United States citizen in 1940 and retired from his post in 1945.
Original footage … does anyone understand what Einstein is saying or does anyone know on what occasion that video was recorded ?
After World War II, Einstein was a leading figure in the World Government Movement, he was offered the Presidency of the State of Israel, which he declined, and he collaborated with Dr. Chaim Weizmann in establishing the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Einstein always appeared to have a clear view of the problems of physics and the determination to solve them. He had a strategy of his own and was able to visualize the main stages on the way to his goal. He regarded his major achievements as mere stepping-stones for the next advance.
At the start of his scientific work, Einstein realized the inadequacies of Newtonian mechanics and his special theory of relativity stemmed from an attempt to reconcile the laws of mechanics with the laws of the electromagnetic field. He dealt with classical problems of statistical mechanics and problems in which they were merged with quantum theory: this led to an explanation of the Brownian movement of molecules. He investigated the thermal properties of light with a low radiation density and his observations laid the foundation of the photon theory of light.
In his early days in Berlin, Einstein postulated that the correct interpretation of the special theory of relativity must also furnish a theory of gravitation and in 1916 he published his paper on the general theory of relativity. During this time he also contributed to the problems of the theory of radiation and statistical mechanics.
In the 1920’s, Einstein embarked on the construction of unified field theories, although he continued to work on the probabilistic interpretation of quantum theory, and he persevered with this work in America. He contributed to statistical mechanics by his development of the quantum theory of a monatomic gas and he has also accomplished valuable work in connection with atomic transition probabilities and relativistic cosmology.
After his retirement he continued to work towards the unification of the basic concepts of physics, taking the opposite approach, geometrisation, to the majority of physicists.
Einstein’s researches are, of course, well chronicled and his more important works include Special Theory of Relativity (1905), Relativity (English translations, 1920 and 1950), General Theory of Relativity (1916), Investigations on Theory of Brownian Movement (1926), and The Evolution of Physics (1938). Among his non-scientific works, About Zionism (1930), Why War? (1933), My Philosophy (1934), and Out of My Later Years (1950) are perhaps the most important.
Albert Einstein received honorary doctorate degrees in science, medicine and philosophy from many European and American universities. During the 1920’s he lectured in Europe, America and the Far East and he was awarded Fellowships or Memberships of all the leading scientific academies throughout the world. He gained numerous awards in recognition of his work, including the Copley Medal of the Royal Society of London in 1925, and the Franklin Medal of the Franklin Institute in 1935.
Einstein’s gifts inevitably resulted in his dwelling much in intellectual solitude and, for relaxation, music played an important part in his life. He married Mileva Maric in 1903 and they had a daughter and two sons; their marriage was dissolved in 1919 and in the same year he married his cousin, Elsa Löwenthal, who died in 1936. He died on April 18, 1955 at Princeton, New Jersey.
February 24th, 2010 admin Lion, the king of the beasts falls in love with princess Suppadevi and from their union are born twins- the son named Sinhabahu and daughter Sinha Seevali. This traditional mythological story ‘Sinhabahu’ documented in the great chronicle the Mahawansa, was came alive on March 21 at the Lionel Wendt.
As Mahawansa stated, the full story is as bellow,
Long time ago, India consisted of many countries. Vanga was one of the countries of India at that time. The King of Vanga had a very beautiful daughter. Fortunetellers predicted that this pretty Princess would be kidnapped by a lion. One day, when the Princess was traveling to Magadha country (The country where Lord Buddha lived), a lion attacked the caravan near Lala country and kidnapped the Princess. The lion took the Princess to the cave where he lived and blocked the entrance to the cave with a huge rock. All efforts to find the Princess failed. Years later, the Princess had twins, a son and a daughter. The son had hands that looked like a lion. The son was named “Sinhabahu”. (Sinha=Lion, Bahu=Hands) and the daughter was named “Sinhasivali”.
One day, Sinhabahu asked his mother why they are locked inside the cave and why their father will not let them leave. The mother told what happened to her and Sinhabahu was determined to break open the cave entrance. One day when the lion was not in the cave, Sinhabahu pushed the stone and fled with his mother and sister. When the lion came back to the cave, he saw that whole family had fled and he went looking for them. When the lion came to the village, people were fearful of the lion and tried to chase him away. Lion in return attacked people and created panic in the village. After hearing the commotion created by the lion, the King of the Lala country asked Sinhabahu to stop the lion. Sinhabahu went to meet the lion and during the encounter Sinhabahu shot the lion with his arrow and killed the lion. The King of the Lala country, built a city for Sinhabahu, named it “Sinhapura”, and made Sinhabahu King of the city.
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January 18th, 2010 yajith University of Peradeniya : Proud beginnings
(Copied from Sunday Observer – 17-01-2010)
The idea of university education is an outcome of imperialism. Though confined to the development of their own interests the country under British rule was benefited in many ways.
Sir Ivor Jennings
The system of education with prominence given to English was upheld to the highest standard and it is the highest academic discipline. The university became the symbol of education of the elite in the colonial era. It was in Colombo, the capital city. University of Sri Lanka, then Ceylon under the British was set up in Colombo in 1942 until the premises were prepared at Peradeniya. On completion of the first phase, mid 1952 saw the transferring of the University to Peradeniya as the first residential university in the country – the most prestigious with a special place in the university system today.
The pioneer
The person behind this great edifice was none other than Sir Ivor Jennings, the founder Vice-Chancellor of the University, the first and the one and only university at Peradeniya, a shining example of an intellectually gifted genius in the academic world.
He was really the key to the outstanding success in this venture. Lack of a university in then Ceylon deeply imbedded in him was the force that guided him throughout his career. After assuming duties he made a thorough study and worked constantly to realise his dream and finally he made it a magnanimous seat of learning in the island at the time.
Today it remains a precious heritage in the history of Sri Lanka. It was set up on the British university model (Oxford Cambridge) described as the best for which, there is a mad rush by the wealthy clamouring to send their children even today. He toiled hard in his desperate attempt to carry forward the university on the path of perfection working tirelessly and selflessly towards the goal. From there onwards it has been a steady upward journey towards academic excellence. He was an authority on Political Science and Economics too. His service to our constitution during the pre-Independence era is still being admired. The Economy of Ceylon which he authored after much research in the rural sector was an asset to the students of Economics at the time.
The most impressive was his view that “the fundamental task of a university is to produce educated men and women.” Since its inception it was created as an institution for undergraduates bent on learning culminating in the conferment of degrees in their respective fields of study.
He worked enthusiastically towards it. Entering the university was one of the most significant events in one’s life, and if not for him the dreams of the early university students may not have been fulfilled. They consider their exposure to university education has created a major transformation in their lives. Those of us who were fortunate enough to enter the university little after the Jennings era when it was at the height of her glory, it was hard work filled with joy.
We still have pleasant memories, recollections of our stay at Peradeniya with deep gratitude to its founder. As the first person who first introduced this supreme gift to Sri Lanka, as the pioneer in university education then as the most educated in his superior performance to the entire community (student) he will remain an outstanding intellect in the history of the island.
The University of Peradeniya is a nature’s gift. It was founded in a place where nature itself had created an ideal site for the purpose. The wonderful landscape with Hantana hills on one side and river Mahaweli on the other is amazingly serene.
The scenic splendour with enchanting natural beauty drove the founder to make it a splendid masterpiece who with the gifted architect Shirley de Alwis made it a heaven on earth. The choice of the site – (600 acre land originally a tea estate plus the vast forest taken over) was a marvel. Your eyes will capture the vast area with majestic hills and trees with hanging creepers of dazzling flowers with river Mahaweli winding its way through.
The residential halls and other requisite buildings were all built with traditional architectural features of ancient Sri Lanka. The residential halls were well spaced and constructed on mini hill tops. Marrs, Jayatilleka, Pieris, Sanghamitta, Hilda and Ramanathan are a few such halls. “The Lodge” – the residence of the Vice Chancellor is found in the vicinity. Many of the bungalows, the Lecturers’ quarters were along Galaha Road. Some located at Mahakanda with neatly cut lawns and flower beds beautified the surroundings.
The other places of interest and importance – The Arts Theatre, the Senate Building, gymnasium, the library and spacious lecture rooms were designed to provide the ideal setting for academic achievements.
There is what you call the pillared area in between the library and the administrative block where they gather and exchange views.
The open air stadium built later, summer houses, shady curved “Kissing Bend” – still another eye catching place when in full bloom, bear witness to the splendid contribution made by the pioneer and the Architect to this esteemed institution. The University premises on the whole is a true wonder unfolding the majestic performance and the service it rendered.
There is truly an intellectual atmosphere in the campus. The first two weeks in the campus was filled with numerous activities. The simple fun then known as “Ragging” had been introduced by the pioneer for the students to enjoy and rejoice their arrival in high spirits. It was meant as a form of familiarisation between the seniors and the new comers termed freshers.
Really and truly, it was true fun-wearing dresses the other way, slippers the wrong foot, doing small jobs for the seniors. The seniors showed their concern, warmth and love when we were freshers and ever since it ragging was part and parcel of university life. It is a pity that ragging today has become a social problem violating human rights.
It totally interferes with education for which the students tread the university soil with the highest dream in their life. Under the present set up in many universities, ragging which we enjoyed in a refined manner has run into real confusion. It is very sad that the most mature students amidst their intellectual surroundings are hardly disciplined to enjoy the sacred tradition.
The scenic splendour of the University of Peradeniya
When stepping into the campus anyone can see the vision of the creator – the intellectual atmosphere combined with the physical beauty. His dedicated service was not single handed. He was ably assisted by a galaxy of Professors and lecturers. They were much admired academics. Their heads were stuffed with so much subject matter. They had strong intellect to plan, guide and lead the students. They were all well-known among the undergraduates for their teaching skills. Their lectures were thought provoking.
Some were gifted with a wonderful sense of humour, which everybody admired, lecturers prim and proper in their formal attire, earned much respect and esteem among the students. It was very impressive to see them on the podium with black cloaks over them.
To name a few – Professors Hettiaratchy Passey, F. R. Jayasuriya, Karl Gunawardena, Indraratna Thambiahpillai, K. N. Jayatilleka and Basil Mendis were heads of Sinhala, English, Economics, History, Geography and Philosophy.
Still others to be added to this list are Doric de Souza, Sarachchandra, Ariyapala, Peter Silva, R. S. Karunaratna, H. A. D. S. and Victor Gunasekera, Father Pinto, Labrooy, Ashley Halpe, Arasaratnam, Tony Rajaratnam, Vanden Driesen, Srima Kiribamuna, Swarna Jayaweera. Space does not permit me to do justice to them.
Then from India, there was Professor Ray, Dr. Das Gupta and Dr. Sarkar performing their duties well in their respective departments. The superior wisdom and wealth of knowledge of the above mentioned was directed towards students well-being. It is fitting that we pay tribute to them.
Going back to life at the university, every undergraduate had a serious look into the future. Enchanted by the scenic beauty and encouraged by the atmosphere they settled down to studies with enthusiasm for the highest achievement.
The first examination to face was GAQ from which you decide whether to do the four year course to specialise in the qualified subject.
After reading and last minute cramming you sit for your finals. Just before the exams the Buddhists would go to Gatambe Temple and the Dalada Maligawa to pray for their success.
The library played a vital role in undergraduate’s academic life. Many spend their free time in the library reading for pleasure as well as reference books recommended for tutorials. It is a true wonder supposed to be the best, east of Suez. It was housed in the ground floor of the administrative block, later in the story building between the Senate and the B Room.
The climax of one’s academic life here is marked by the convocation. This is something that every undergraduate anxiously waits for to see the completion of their studies here and also witness the grandeur of the occasion.
Professors solemnly walk in front of the procession all wearing the caps and gowns of their respective universities, where they had qualified.
Governor General Sir Oliver Gunatilleke was the gorgeous figure officiating the ceremony awarding the certificates in the presence of their parents, at the end of which you feel that you have reaped something.
We hardly missed the socials or get-togethers held annually in residential halls. We had plenty of fun exploring areas at Hantane during week-ends.
We participated in many of the annual trips organised by the University. We never missed the evenings which showed Maname, Sinhabahu of Prof. Sarathchandra in the open air stadium also initiated by him. We still have pleasant recollections of our stay at Peradeniya.
These are reminiscences running over half a century and much more. Many are away from our midst. Some in foreign lands.
Among the living, wherever they are I am sure they cannot fail to reminiscence the university days.
Those were the days…
January 1st, 2010 yajith I want to use this first few minutes of the new year to thank you all(yes, you all) for your visits, comments, feedbacks, links, and for making my blog so interesting!.
Thanks for your support in 2009; I hope you learned a few good things here while having fun and getting inspired at the same time. The next year will be also full of great content and inspirational posts, and I’ll cover a bit more of the technical side of design as well.
I wish you much success in your IT career in the year ahead and all the best to you and your loved ones… Here’s to an awesome 2010…
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