*Scientist of the Day 🌟* *Rudolf Ludwig Mössbauer* Born: January 31, 1929 | Died: September 14, 2011 Field: Nuclear Physics Rudolf Mössbauer was a German physicist best known for his discovery of the Mössbauer Effect, which revolutionized nuclear spectroscopy and quantum physics. *🔬 Key Contributions:* Discovered the Mössbauer Effect (1958), which allows for recoil-free gamma-ray emission and absorption. His work led to advancements in nuclear spectroscopy, relativity, and solid-state physics. Contributed to testing Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity using precise gamma-ray measurements. *📜 Legacy:* Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics (1961) for his discovery, which has applications in materials science, chemistry, and astrophysics. The Mössbauer Spectroscopy technique is widely used in studying atomic and nuclear structures.