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.

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 ...

Running backward in time, “Galileo Galilei” mirrors the scientist’s own concept of a universe turned inside out. John Duykers, recently seen at Court Theatre in Glass’ “In the Penal ...

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) ...

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.

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.

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'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 ...