by portline | Nov 17, 2023 | Fun Facts
Sir William Thomson or as many knew him, “Lord Kelvin,” was a mathematician, engineer, and physicist who lived in Scotland, United Kingdom. His thoughts and life greatly influenced the scientific world of the 19th century. Thanks to him, we know the absolute...
by portline | Nov 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
James Clerk Maxwell was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1831 to a wealthy and well-connected family. His parents were John Clerk Maxwell and Frances Cay. From his early life, it was clear that he was extremely intelligent. Even as a very young child, he was interested...
by portline | Nov 17, 2023 | Fun Facts
René Descartes was, above all, a pioneer. With certain precautions, he managed to open a path for the advancement of rational thought. For the religious and the scholastics, his theses were nothing short of subversive. Who was René Descartes? René Descartes is...
by portline | Nov 17, 2023 | Fun Facts
George Francis FitzGerald is remembered for his contributions to the world of physics. He is one of the foremost Irish scientific academics. His role in the history of Trinity College Dublin and his pioneering advocacy for education reform inspired generations of...
by portline | Oct 31, 2023 | Nutrition
One of the most important neurotransmitters for the human body is called gamma-aminobutyric acid or GABA. It is a neurotransmitter widely distributed in the neurons of the cerebral cortex, as gamma-aminobutyric acid is a type of substance used by the neurons of the...
