PROFESSOR’S INSTRUCTIONS:

In your opinion, out of all these scientific discoveries you read about this week, what is THE most important one that made the most impact on our lives?

(Powerpoint for the readings is attached)

Learn more about the scientist behind this discovery.

Choose one scientist discussed in the weeks lecture or any scientist that lived before the XVIII century (google for ideas).

– Describe the life and the significance of his/her scientific achievements for the years to come.

– Indicate what caught your attention to choose this person.

– Include at least 2 references other than the lecture.