Why Aleksandr M. Prokhorov received the 1964 Physics Nobel

Why it was awarded

Aleksandr M. Prokhorov 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. This work opened new questions and influenced later research and practice. This achievement represents one of the major advances recognized in physics at the time.