Today in Science Blog Posts
Happy Birthday, Wilhelm Röntgen
Wilhelm Röntgen, a German physicist, is best known for discovering X-rays. Fun fact: The first X-ray ever taken is of the hand of his wife, Anna Bertha.
Happy Birthday, Galileo Galilei
Galileo Galilei was a renowned astronomer who changed the way we think about mathematics, physics, and astronomy.
Investigating Whale Behavior with an Innovative Tagging Device
Using a durable tracking device, marine biologists and oceanographic researchers can enhance their understanding of whale behavior and investigate ocean conditions.
Happy Birthday, Albert A. Michelson
Did you know that Albert A. Michelson, inventor of the Michelson interferometer, was the first person to accurately measure the diameter of a distant star near the Sun?
Why Is Ice Slippery Enough for Skiing and Skating?
The original theory for why ice is slippery involves the concept of pressure melting. However, the true answer involves more research, debate, and thought.
Happy Birthday, Marie Curie
Did you know that Marie Curie coined the word “radioactive”? We discuss the life, work, and accolades of this Nobel Prize-winning scientist.
Soft Robotics Enables Flexible Robot Designs to Take Shape
Fun fact: Insects and ocean-dwelling creatures often inspire researchers’ soft robot designs. Read about 3 examples here.
Celebrating the Life of Leon Theremin
The theremin is the first portable electronic instrument to be mass produced. It is also the only instrument that can be played without being touched. Learn about its inventor here.