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The Measurers online exhibition: A Flemish image of mathematics in the 16th-century
This online exhibit from the Museum of the History of Science uses the famous 16th century painting 'The Measurers' to discuss the development and use of mathematics during the Renaissance. Follow the link below to explore:
Atmospheres online exhibition: the history of weather investigation
Transits of Venus online exhibition
The observations of the Transits of Venus in the 18th and 19th centuries sought to determine the dimensions of the solar system. They were international collaborations on an unprecedented scale; collaborations that rose above war and personal conflict.
George Graham and Bill Gates: A Study in architectural dominance
This online exhibition from the Museum of the History of Science discusses the parallels between George Graham's domination of the astronomical instrument market in the 18th century and Bill Gate's monopolisation of the business software market with his Microsoft Office.
Revealing the Brain online exhibition
Astrolabes and Africa online exhibition
Lines of Faith Online Exhibition: Scientific instruments and religious practice in Islam
This online exhibition from the Museum of the History of Science displays Islamic scientific instruments from this museum, which houses one of the best collections of this type in the world.
