A Concise History of Thermodynamics Save
Excerpt from a biography of Gibbs, and a translation of Carnot's 1824 paper.
http://www.thermohistory.com/   

AAPT Committee on the History and Philosophy of Physics Save
The Committee on the History and Philosophy of Physics (CHPP) is an AAPT committee working toward the preservation and deepening of a historical perspective in physics education at all levels.
http://planck.phys.uwosh.edu/hpp/   

American Physical Society Forum on the History of Physics Save
A member unit of the American Physical Society. It was founded as a venue for physicists, historians, and other members of the APS with an interest in discussing and exploring the historical dimensions of physics research. Forum benefits and activities include the Forum's widely read semiannual Newsletter and sponsored sessions at the March and April meetings of the APS.
http://www.aps.org/units/fhp/index.cfm   

Argonne National Laboratory History Save
Background of the laboratory. The history of nuclear power and warfare is heavily intertwined with Argonne National Labs.
http://www.anl.gov/Science_and_Techno...   

Atomic Archive Save
This site explores the complex history surrounding the invention of the atomic bomb
http://www.atomicarchive.com/   

CERN Historical and Scientific Archives Save
Resources on the history of CERN, as well as the 'Pauli Archive', a private collection of scientific books, reprints, correspondence and manuscripts of the late Professor Wolfgang Pauli, Nobel Laureate, 1945.
http://library.cern.ch/archives/archnet/   

Center for History of Physics Save
Has a mission to preserve and make known the history of modern physics and allied sciences including astronomy, geophysics and optics.
http://www.aip.org/history/   

Center for History of Physics Newsletter Save
Reports on work in the history of physics (and allied fields such as astronomy and geophysics). On-line issues starting with vol.26 (1994).
http://www.aip.org/history/web-news.htm   

Century of Physics Time Line Save
A hundred years timeline of Physics presented by the American Physical Society.
http://timeline.aps.org/APS/Timeline/   

Contributions of 20th Century Women to Physics (CWP) Save
Descriptions of important contributions to science made by 83 women in the 20th century.
http://cwp.library.ucla.edu/   

Contributions of Physics to the Information Age Save
The history of important inventions by physicists in the fields of computers, information technology, and solid state electronics. Summarizes the contributions of physics to the information age.
http://www.physics.ucla.edu/~ianb/his...   

Emilio Segre Visual Archives Picture Finder Save
Makes it easy for people to find pictures of physicists. These pictures are in the vein of "The History of Physics" and are images of notable physicists.
http://www.aip.org/history/esva/   

History Page Save
Historical timelines in mathematics, physics, and politics
http://history.hyperjeff.net/   

History and Philosophy of Physics Save
Research activities, essays, databases, books, meetings in History and Philosophy of Physics. A section is dedicated to the development of Physics in Italy.
http://fisicavolta.unipv.it/percorsi/   

History of Physics Archives Save
Databases and digital archives for the History of Physics in Italy after the second world war.
http://fisicavolta.unipv.it/asf/   

History of Physics and Astronomy Save
Collection of links to articles on the history of Physics and Astronomy.
http://www.physlink.com/Education/His...   

History of Science Info Page Save
A site providing information, photos, and essays concerning the history of science.
http://historyofscience.virtualave.net   

Important 20th Century Discoveries in Physics Save
Eight major discoveries made in physics plus a summary of the centennial celebration of the American Physical Society.
http://www.jupiterscientific.org/scii...   

In Our Time: James Clerk Maxwell Save
BBC Radio 4 discussion on the life and work of this 19th century physicist.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/history/i...   

Infography about History of Physics Save
Sources recommended by a professor who specializes in the study of the history of physics.
http://www.infography.com/content/950...   

International Catalog of Sources for History of Physics and Allied Sciences Save
Search records for unpublished source materials in the Niels Bohr Library archives and over 500 other repositories worldwide.
http://libserv.aip.org:81/ipac20/ipac...   

Jim's Science Page Save
Science quotes, facts and falacies... mystery scientists in history link.
http://hometown.aol.com/eilatlog/myho...   

Museum of Physics Department Save
Early instruments of the Institute of Physics of Naples
http://www.na.infn.it/Museum/museum.htm   

Physics Cabinet Save
A virtual museum of physics apparatus and instruments of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
http://spazioinwind.libero.it/gabinet...   

Physics in Australia to 1945 Save
The listing is intended to be a complete register of all Australian publications in physics up to the end of 1945
http://www.asap.unimelb.edu.au/bsparc...   

Physics.org - Physics Evolution Save
Interactive exhibit introducing physics characters, their stories and how they influenced each other. Text-only version also available.
http://www.physics.org/evolution/evol...   

Selected Classic Papers Save
Historically important papers in the fields of: Atomic hypothesis and discrete nature of matter Electricity, electrochemistry, and electrolyte solutions The electron and electronic structure of matter Elements: nature, number, and discovery Environmental chemistry Gases Periodic table and periodic law Radioactivity and the nucleus Thermodynamics
http://web.lemoyne.edu/~giunta/papers...   

Selected Papers Save
Selected Papers of Great American Physicists on the web.
http://www.aip.org/history/gap/   

Sketches of a History of Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics Save
Timeline of the major events of statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. Includes links to biographies and a complete bibliography. Part of the HyperJeff Network.
http://history.hyperjeff.net/statmech   

The Fall of Parity Save
Experiments in 1956 demonstrate that our world is distinguishable from its mirror image.
http://physics.nist.gov/GenInt/Parity...   

The History of Neon Signs Save
How the neon sign was conceived of and created.
http://inventors.about.com/library/we...   

The Invention of Knowledge Save
The connections between the sciences and the arts with emphasis on physics. A prediction on where to look for the next great theories in physics.
http://www.artifacts.com   

The Net Advance of Physics: History Save
Review Articles and Tutorials in an Encyclopaedic Format at The Net Advance of Physics, MIT
http://web.mit.edu/redingtn/www/netad...   

The Nuclear Files Save
Most comprehensive and user friendly online tool to explore the political and ethical dilemmas of the Nuclear Age. A citizen guide to create a saner and more peaceful world. Classroom use encouraged.
http://www.nuclearfiles.org/   

The Physics Museum at The University of Queensland Save
Instruments, books, and memorabilia dating to the very early days of modern physics.
http://www.physics.uq.edu.au/physics_...   

The Quantum Age Begins Save
An overview of the development of quantum mechanics.
http://www-groups.dcs.st-and.ac.uk/~h...   

Theater of Electricity Save
Explore the history of static electricity and the machines which have used it to make big sparks and create strong electric fields. Van de Graaff generators and Tesla coils are two examples of what is discussed. Many pictures and teaching materials are available.
http://www.mos.org/sln/toe/   

Timeline of Nobel Winners - Physics Save
List of Nobel Laureates in Physics from 1901 to the present day.
http://physics.nobel.brainparad.com/m...   

Transistorized Save
Describes the history of most important invention of the 20th century: the transistor.
http://www.pbs.org/transistor/   

Vacuum Terminology and Technology Save
Vacuum history; biographies of famous physicists, and mathematicians.
http://www.mcallister.com/vacuum.html   

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