Lancelot Law Whyte (1896–1972) was a Scottish philosopher, theoretical physicist, historian of science, and financier, known for his work on unified field theory and internal factors in evolution.
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, he was the son of Dr. Alexander Whyte, a renowned Presbyterian minister. He studied physics at Trinity College-Cambridge, under Ernest Rutherford, later continuing at Göttingen University in Germany.
Whyte claimed collaboration with Albert Einstein on unified field theory, basing his research on 18th-century philosopher Roger Boscovich. He proposed the “unitary principle” to unify physics theories, later explored experimentally by Leo Baranski.
His notable publications include The Next Development in Man (1944,) discussing human evolution and societal progress; Internal Factors in Evolution (1965,) introducing “internal selection;” and Focus and Diversions (1963,) a philosophical reflection on science and human thought.
Active in industry and banking, he supported the development of Frank Whittle’s turbojet engine, leading to the British Air Ministry’s commitment to jet-powered aircraft.
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Thought is born of failure.
—Lancelot Law Whyte
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