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… The Franklin Institute completes its first year-long … professional development program for leading educators in the region to deepen their understanding of the science of … technology. With knowledge rooted in research and our Your Brain exhibit, we challenged many longstanding beliefs and …
… Introduction Dr. Claude Elwood Shannon used mathematics to unify communication theory. His pioneering work revolutionized the field of … was able to represent various forms of communication (the human voice, musical sounds, etc) mathematically. To achieve …
… Introduction Ranked among the most famous inventors in the history of science, Alexander Graham Bell is forever … created by Charles Wheatstone. Their understanding of the human speech pattern, voicebox, and diaphragm aided …
… Manned spaceflight began in 1961 when the Russian Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin took man’s first flight beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Humans have, ever since, been exploring space through a variety of missions including the International Space Station, which has housed individual …
… was Thomas Alva Edison's most important contribution to the history of science? Improvements to the lightbulb? The phonograph? In fact, Edison's most … contribute to the "well-being, comfort, and pleasure of the human race”? And how did Edison's determination and quest …
… Often described as the most spectacular astronomical event to be seen from Earth, I recommend that no human should leave the planet without seeing a solar eclipse. Mabel Loomis …
… in astronomy; his life's work included solar research and the construction of world famous observatories. Hale believed in the importance of sharing scientific discovery, and his work … the photographic detector of the spectroheliograph with the human eye. Now, direct visual examination of the Sun's …
… analysis of recent clinical trials of cancer drugs from the Food and Drug Administration. The report from ProPublica and StatNews showed a sobering, … construct throughout history, while Tishkoff’s research on human evolution has shown that African populations have …
… reconstructing and repairing mechanical devices. At the age of 16, he found work and learning opportunities at the Michigan Car Company Works. In 1907, Henry Ford vowed to … injustice, promote international cooperation and advance human achievement”. Union Relations Ford's strong opinions …
… “Welcome to the Tech Studio!” I exclaim to a group of elementary school students and their chaperones as they enter through the glass-walled … roam the area. Miniature monuments sit next to a DNA helix, human and animal skull replicas reside next to tiny toy … A Look Inside the Tech Studio …
… Introduction In 1916, the world awaited the technology that would enable instant voice-to-voice … for "discovery or original research, adding to the sum of human knowledge, irrespective of commercial value; leading …
… as lab partners, John Bardeen and Walter Brattain were the perfect complements to one another. They met in Princeton, New Jersey, and worked together … transistors to carry and amplify complex sounds like a human voice or an orchestra recording. Holes in the …
… survey 10 previously unmapped and unexplored seamounts in the far north of the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument off of … The seamounts we set out to survey have never been seen by human eyes before, but now after 11 successful ROV (Remote … Reflecting on E/V Nautilus: Alix Returns to The Franklin Institute …
… Ingenious , Susannah Carroll and Trace Dominguez look at the history of many inventions that have changed our world – including the telephone. Most people know Alexander Graham Bell as the … and his careful study of how sound is transmitted via the human voice that led Bell to the invention of the telephone. …
… For those of you that visit the Franklin Institute on a regular basis, I am one of the many Volunteer Science Presenters that you will meet and … over 17,000 teams of specially trained dogs and their human companions. For the past 2 years I have had the …
… SCIENCE Our new Women in Science series features women on the front lines of science doing exciting work in genetics, … Pérez-Rodríguez is exploring microbial metabolisms at hydrothermal vents on the ocean floor. Who: Ileana … in the STEM fields belong to a narrowed fraction of the human population. What’s something interesting that people …
… your friend Brian in a photo. It’s how iPhoto groups all the pictures of your Aunt Linda together. And it’s how law enforcement looks for suspects in a … and Disney use the software to capture the intricacies of human expressions, such as the way your nose crinkles when …
… The Franklin Institute Presents: Don’t Try This at Home Day … pm Extreme Science Live in Philadelphia Experience one of the most exciting family-friendly science events in Philadelphia - Don’t Try This at Home Day at The Franklin Institute. For one day only, enjoy high-energy, …
… The Franklin Institute Presents: Don’t Try This at Home Day … pm Extreme Science Live in Philadelphia Experience one of the most exciting family-friendly science events in Philadelphia - Don’t Try This at Home Day at The Franklin Institute. Enjoy high-energy, large-scale …
… This event is sold out. Gene Therapy Event in Philadelphia: Engineering Hope with David … A Franklin Institute Conversation Lab on Gene Editing and the Future of Medicine Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | 7:00 pm - … in gene editing. This interactive event explores how gene therapies are transforming medicine and improving lives. Liu …
… Greetings Astro-enthusiasts! The International Astronomical Union (IAU) invites you to … around nearby stars. Some are small and rocky, like the Earth, while others are gas giants like Jupiter. It is now understood that … Global Initiative Reminds Us We Are All Together Under One Sky …
… FunFest: A Night at the Museum Friday, November 7, 2025 | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM … registration is now closed. Tickets may be purchased at the door via check or credit card. Calling all curious … parents, and thrill-seeking families, FunFest: A Night at the Museum is your golden ticket to an after-hours adventure …
… 2026 FunFest: A Night at the Museum Friday, November 13 | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM Buy … parents, and thrill-seeking families, FunFest: A Night at the Museum is your golden ticket to an after-hours adventure where the museum turns into your playground! Explore mind-blowing …
… Introduction Little information is publicly known about Catherine L. Gibbon and her achievements. The legacy of her invention remains intact because of the 1892 case file compiled by The Franklin Institute's … Case Files: Catherine L. Gibbon …
… Introduction Who was Elmer Ambrose Sperry? What was the Gyroscopic Compass? How did the Sperry Electric Company begin? What is the legacy of Sperry, his science, and his rewards? Finding …