Richard Phillips Feynman (May 11, 1918 – February 15, 1988) was a noted Human scientist, native to Earth, who lived during the 20th century. (ST website: Startrek.com) Feynman mainly worked in the area of theoretical physics, but was also credited with pioneering quantum computing, and introducing the concept of nanotechnology. (TNG novel: Dyson Sphere) His work made him the co-winner of the 1965 Nobel Prize . (ST website: Startrek.com)