Why Nicolay G. Basov received the 1964 Physics Nobel

Why it was awarded

Nicolay G. Basov received the 1964 Nobel Prize in Physics for fundamental work in the field of quantum electronics, which has led to the construction of oscillators and amplifiers based on the maser-laser principle. The contribution became an important reference point for later work in the field. This achievement represents one of the major advances recognized in physics at the time.