Famous Scientists
Miss Sheenan and Mrs Carroll - 13 Oct 2015
ALBERT EINSTEIN
Albert Einstein changed the world of science with his fascinating work in physics. His theories became legendary and his image is known around the world.
GALILEO GALILEI
Italian, Galileo developed telescopes and used them to make observations about our solar system, discovering objects like the moons that orbit Jupiter.
ISAAC NEWTON
Isaac Newton developed the theory of gravity, leaving his mark on physics and astronomy.
CHARLES DARWIN
Charles Darwin introduced the idea of evolution, how humans/animals and plants have changed and adapted over time.
STEPHEN HAWKING
British theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking is famous for his work on black holes - changing what people knew about outer space.
MARIE CURIE
Marie Curie was a chemist and scientist famous for becoming the first person to be awarded two Nobel Prizes. She made lots of scientific discoveries including radioactivity and even has a charity named after her.
JANE GOODALL
Jane Goodall is known for her lifelong study of the behaviour of chimpanzees in social situations and educating/changing our views of these animals.
- could an Ardleigh Green student be added to this list one day?
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