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Galileo Galilei. Father of Modern Science Astronomy 201 Sandy Wendt . Major Role in scientific revolution. February 15, 1564-January 8, 1642 Physicist Mathematician Astronomer Philosopher. Galileo’s research Years. 1581- Studied medicine
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Galileo Galilei Father of Modern Science Astronomy 201 Sandy Wendt
Major Role in scientific revolution February 15, 1564-January 8, 1642 • Physicist • Mathematician • Astronomer • Philosopher
Galileo’s research Years • 1581- Studied medicine • 1589-1592- Studied math and physics • 1592-1607- Padua University • 1609- Built telescope Earth’s moon Jupiter’s moons
Galileo Later Years • Dialogue- Two Chief World Systems Controversy develops 1633 – Rome Heresy trial Imprisoned 1642- Dies