The Times of India

A tram crash, Jaipur Foot and a TV-break idea that changed physics: Rajasthan-born Jainendra Jain wins Wolf Prize

Indian scientist Prof. Jainendra K. Jain has received the prestigious Wolf Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking discovery of composite fermions. This insight revolutionized the understanding of the fractional quantum Hall effect, transforming condensed matter physics. His journey from a small desert town, overcoming personal tragedy and disability, highlights remarkable resilience and intellectual pursuit.