The history of science covers the development of science from ancient times to the present. It encompasses all three major branches of science: natural, social, and formal. [1]

History of science, the development of science over time. Humankind has long observed regularities in nature, from the movements of the Sun and Moon during day and night to the seasonal migrations of …

The history of science is defined as the study of the emergence and development of systematic knowledge, encompassing the examination of scientific practices, material culture, and the …

It was in the 17th century that modern science was really born, and the world began to be examined more closely, using instruments such as the telescope, microscope, clock and barometer.

Science has a history, and when we study the history of science including the breakthroughs, theories and the methods used to create them, we can trace their origin to the individuals who developed them.

Dec 16, 2025 · “Professor Alfred L. Wegener at the University of Graz in Germany says that millions of years ago the two Americas, as well as Europe, Asia, Australia and Antarctica, were one continent …

Our readings and discussions will focus on determining what makes particular works effective, understanding major contemporary trends and debates in the history of science, and establishing …