Galileo Galilei was the founder of modern physics. ... This article by C L Boltz was originally published in New Scientist on 7 April 1983. Advertisement. Sign up to our weekly newsletter.

The first publication by Galileo Galilei has set a new auction record for the celebrated astronomer, selling for $1.5 million ...

He is referring, somewhat perplexingly, to Galileo Galilei, the Italian scientist famed for his telescopic observations and study of fundamental physical laws. Today, it might seem odd that Milton’s ...

You remember: For decades, beginning in 1610, the data-driven scientist Galileo Galilei bravely stood up to a superstitious Catholic Church, which insisted the universe revolved around the Earth.

In a remarkable recognition of his ground-breaking contributions to the fields of optical and quantum manipulation, Dr Mahdy Rahman Chowdhury, a prominent figure from North South University's (NSU) ...

Adapted from an essay by Saswato R. Das on Galileo's contribution to science. Galileo Galilei, born in 1564 in Pisa, Italy, is considered by many to be the father of modern science.

Galileo Galilei is arguably the most important scientist to ever live. He perfected the first telescopes, turned them toward the Universe and what he discovered changed the course of history forever.

Galileo's Daughter explores the poignant relationship between renowned scientist Galileo Galilei and his daughter Maria Celeste, through the eyes of a contemporary writer who journeys to Florence ...