Milestones in modern science

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Einstein's theories of relativity

2006
Presents an introduction to Einstein's Theory of Relativity, in simple text with illustrations, including an examination of Einstein's career and the development of his two main sets of theory, as well as his position on nuclear weapons.

Splitting the atom

2006
Presents an overview of the development of nuclear science, in simple text with illustrations, explaining how an understanding of the nature of the atom lead to the discovery of nuclear fission and it resulting aftermath.

The first polio vaccine

2006
Presents an overview of the development of the polio vaccine, including information on the debilitating affects of the virus through the 1950s when a cure was found by immunologist Jonas Salk.

The first computers

2006
Presents an overview of the invention and development of computers, in simple text with photographs, including information on the earliest analog machines and the technological advancements that lead to cutting edge models.

The discovery of DNA

2006
Presents a short study of the discovery of DNA, and examines genetic inheritance and engineering and key people involved in its development.

The discovery of penicillin

2006
Presents an overview of the discovery of penicillin, including information on how its bacteria killing properties was a turning point in medicine when it was discovered by Alexander Fleming.
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