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Review: Galileo and the Science Deniers by Mario Livio
So, you think you know Galileo? A new book out from Simon and Schuster publishing looks at the life and…
What is Galileo’s Telescope?
Galileo's telescope, an instrument he made himself and used to revolutionize astronomy, still manages to inspire us today
The Juno Mission
On July 4th, the Juno spacecraft - the second long-term mission to Jupiter - will arrive at the gas giant,…
Who Discovered Gravity?
Among Sir Isaac Newton's many contributions to science was the discovery of gravity. one of the fundamental forces of the…
How Do We Terraform Jupiter’s Moons?
Jupiter's four largest moons - the Galileans - have long been considered as possible sites for human habitation, and even…
Who was Albert Einstein?
At the end of the millennium, Physics World magazine conducted a poll where they asked 100 of the world's leading…
Who Was Galileo Galilei?
When it comes to scientists who revolutionized the way we think of the universe, few names stand out like Galileo…
Who was Christiaan Huygens?
The 17th century was a very auspicious time for the sciences, with advancements being made in the fields of physics,…
Io, Jupiter’s Volcanic Moon
Io is one of the four large Galilean moons of Jupiter, visible with binoculars or a small telescope. Let's learn…
The Planet Neptune
Neptune is the eight planet from our Sun and one of the four gas giants, as well as being the…