Great moments in science

Explores the work of physicist Isaac Newton who found that gravity affects the movements of Earth and the other planets in space.

Explores the work of nineteenth-century French researcher Louis Pasteur with microbiology.

Presents an introduction to the life and work of Marie Curie who researched radium with her husband Pierre.

Tells the story of how Thomas Edison invented the light bulb.

Tells the story of how Charles Darwin developed his theory of evolution based upon his research on the Galapagos Islands.

Learn about the great scientist Rachel Carson as she sparked the environmental movement. You'll read about her life, the science behind her studies, and the impact of her work on the world today.