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Explores the context in which Italian Renaissance science arose.
A brief history of biotech discoveries, including essays on genetics and DNA research.
The Book Page provides free downloads of classic – obscure antiquarian science texts - complete with original wood-cuts and copper-plate figures.
History and FAQ's of various calendars, including Julian, Gregorian, Jewish, Islamic, Chinese, and Mayan.
American Physical Society provides a timeline chronicling key events in physics since 1900.
Collection of early scientific instruments from four European museums. Alphabetical
Browse biographies and images of physicists and astronomers who have made a significant contribution to their science.
Lists and describes the most famous problems in math history. Includes photographs and biographies of mathematicians.
Science animation & movies for teachers and students. There are about 70 flash based animated movies. They are around 30 minutes long.
Concept of Science and technology is presented through flash.
A useful resource from the History Department at the University of California, Riverside.
Connect to links describing the history of geometry. Includes articles, forums, and a bibliography.
Find out about mathematical topics in history. Includes Babylonian mathematics, Fermat's last theorem, and the rise of Calculus.
Timeline of optical discoveries and theories, from Euclid to the laser.
Find links to biographies and works by famous physicists from David Bohm to Copernicus.
Guide to the History of Russian and Soviet Science and Technology.