Abstract
The purpose of this essay is to celebrate a jewel in Britain's crown, the Atomic Energy Research Establishment, Harwell, on the attainment of its fiftieth birthday. What has made it such a brilliant jewel has been its outstanding scientists and engineers, from the early heroes of the UK's atomic energy project through to today's resourceful entrepreneurs. Harwell is a powerhouse of advanced science which has driven many of Britain's post-war developments in physical science and engineering technology.
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