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Inventions Discoveries
'Lost Discoveries': The Non-Western Roots of Science
New York Times review of book by Dick Teresi on the contributions of Babylonians,
Egyptians, Arabs, Indians, Chinese, Polynesians and Mesoamericans to the ...
Physicists on the Money
A page about Physicists honored by having their picture on currency in many
countries around the world.
Inventors: George Washington Carver
Introduction to the life and accomplishments of George Washington Carver.
Templeton Prize for Progress Toward Research or Discoveries about ...
The Templeton Prize for Progress Toward Research or Discoveries about Spiritual
Realities is an annual award, usually announced in March of each year.
The Science Channel :: Homepage
Discovery's Science channel programs include Hard Wired, Lake Vostok, Science Daily.
Tesla Memorial Society of New York
Works to spread knowledge of Tesla. Includes links to other Tesla organizations.
Synchronopedia Timeline Reference Wall Charts
Offers wall charts and posters of historical themes including inventions,
discoveries and women in history.
WebExhibits Catalogue - Search results
Interesting topics in biomedicine.
Jewish Science and Technology Books
Works by or about Jewish scientists and technologists and their theories,
discoveries and applications.
Hearing through Wires - The Physiophony of Antonio Meucci by GV
Article presenting an alternative science view on Meucci's work, written by Gerry
Vassilatos for Borderland Sciences.
Journal of Transfigural Mathematics
An interdisciplinary journal of mathematics, logic, the sciences, philosophy of
mathematics and science, literature and arts.
The My Hero Project - Sir Alexander Fleming
A student-friendly biography of the man who discovered penicillin, along with
related links.
West Sea Co. Evolution of the Sextant
Illustrated article including details about dating. Links to antique instruments
offered for sale.
Seeing Further, The Legacy of Robert Hooke
Biography from the Griffith Observer June 1996.
Who owns the Human Genetic Code
Article on whether or not the United States Patent Office should issue patents
on gene sequences.
Protection of Software-related Inventions in Europe and Japan
Information regarding the protection of computer-related inventions, from the
law firm of Ladas and Perry.
SoYouWanna patent something?
Article discusses step-by-step the patent application process.
Linus Pauling--Scientist for the Ages
A detailed look at the personal life and accomplishments of Pauling. From the
Linus Pauling Institute.
The Firepiston
Article explains how to make a firepiston, an ancient firemaking device. Site gives
Manhattan address for ordering a firepiston from Bob Perkins, ...
computersmiths' History of Chinese Invention and Discovery
A timeline of historical events features scientific and everday inventions, and
compares the time of discovery with when it happened in Western civilization.
History of Computation - OHP Slides
Notes to Dr. Paul E. Dunne's math history lecture, with images.
Contributions of Physics to the Information Age
The history of important inventions by physicists in the fields of computers,
information technology, and solid state electronics. Summarizes the contributions ...
A Guide to Inventions and Discoveries: From Adrenaline to the Zipper
List of inventions from A to Z with dates, inventors, and links to the biographies
of some of these inventors.
Antigravitycup
First electrostatic levitator. See a styrofoam ring levitate at room temperature.
John Ferriar, Mark Roget, William Sturgeon, John Dalton, Hans ...
Biography of Dalton, detailing his relationship with Manchester. One of the
scientists in the 'Manchester Celebrities Science and Discovery' section of ...
Ancient Greek Science and Technology
Discusses early inventions, such as calculating devices, machines using gears,
steam engines, war technology, and town planning. Some mathematicians included ...
Genius Sperm Bank Information
Listing of sperm banks which select donors based on intelligence and achievements.
The Energy Planet :: Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931) :: English
Biography, honors, achievements of the man who invented the light bulb and held
many other patents.
Richard McKeon
Bibliography and excerpts from this Chicago School of Criticism critic.
Arthur L. Schawlow
(Infoplease.com)
A Science Odyssey: People and Discoveries: Guglielmo Marconi
Features short biography, photograph, and two related experiments to try at home.
From PBS.
History, India: Indian Philosophy, Science,Technology, Inventions
History of rational philosophy, scientific method, epistomology and technology
in ancient India.
The My Hero Project - George Washington Carver
A student-friendly biography along with related links.
Davy
Biography of his early life and his major discoveries. Includes a series of
portraits and sketches, bibliography and related links .
Education Humor
Excerpts from answers on high-school history exams, worst analogies used in
papers, science exams, and science misconceptions.
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