Nobel Physics Laureate Brian Schmidt’s Childhood in the Mountains

Nobel Physics laureate, Professor Brian Schmidt, delivered his speech at the 2025 Indonesian Convention on Science, Technology, and Industry (KSTI). In addition to discussing science and economics, he also shared stories about his childhood. Schmidt mentioned that he grew up in a small town in the mountains and was always fascinated by the stars. He emphasized the importance of curiosity and perseverance in pursuing a career in physics. Schmidt’s research on the universe’s expansion led to him winning the prestigious Nobel Prize in Physics.