Brian Cox

Physicist and keyboard player of D:Ream

Brian Cox - Physicist and keyboard player of D:Ream
Born

March 3rd, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in England, a keyboard player and physicist became prominent in the 1990s. Played in the band D:Ream, achieving a number one hit with 'Things Can Only Get Better' which gained significant recognition in the UK. Transitioned into academia, earning a reputation as a physicist and lecturer. Engaged in public communication of science through television programs and documentaries, explaining complex scientific concepts to broad audiences.

Achieved UK number one hit with D:Ream's 'Things Can Only Get Better'

Lectured at prestigious institutions including the University of Manchester

Presented popular science programs on BBC such as 'Wonders of the Universe'

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