Frank Wilczek is an American theoretical physicist known for his work in the field of particle physics. Born on May 15, 1951, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2004 for his contributions to the understanding of the strong force, one of the four fundamental forces in nature. His research has significantly advanced the field of quantum chromodynamics, which describes how quarks and gluons interact. In addition to his groundbreaking research, Wilczek is a professor at MIT and has authored several popular science books. He is also known for his ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to the public, making him a prominent figure in both academia and science communication.