Scientist celebrated today for changing our view of the universe. Aug. 25, 2009 — -- Who invented the telescope? Not Galileo. Who first pointed it at the heavens? Again, it wasn't Galileo. So ...

The telescope began as a relatively simple device, born out of optical experimentation. It combined a series of lenses and mirrors to collect and magnify light, allowing the user to see far away ...

Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Click here to subscribe today or Login. ‘Galileo, the Medici and the Age of Astronomy’ opens Saturday in Philadelphia. Shown is ...

PHILADELPHIA (Reuters Life!) - A three-foot telescope used by the Italian astronomer Galileo, whose discoveries revolutionized astronomy, is the main attraction at an exhibition at the Franklin ...

The first telescopes, known as refracting telescopes, were built in the early 17th century by Dutch eyeglass makers. They employed a pair of lenses—one convex fitted at the end of the scope, and one ...

"Lecture delivered to the Rochester N.Y. section of the American Optical Society, Nov. 2nd 1965, and to the joint sections of the Delaware Section of the Optical Society of America and the Rittenhouse ...

"Star Gazing" explores the life and contributions of Galileo Galilei, highlighting his groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy and the challenges he faced from the scientific community and the church.

When you look at the night sky, do you ever wonder what's going on out there? On a clear night with a dark sky, if moonlight doesn't wash it out, sometimes you can see the arc of the Milky Way. The ...

Hans Lippershey's ingenious spyglass -- Galileo's new window on the heavens -- Johannes Kepler, the nearsighted wizard -- Isaac Newton's reflecting telescope -- William Herschel's giant reflectors -- ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The first telescopes, known as refracting telescopes, were built in ...