American Institute of Physics Online Exhibits

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American Institute of Physics online exhibits
http://www.aip. org/history/ exhibits. html
Exhibits and other online resources for history of physics and allied
fields

Current Exhibits include:
Marie Curie:
Her discovery of radium changed our understanding of matter and
energy and brought a new era for medicine. The extraordinary romance
of her life is illustrated with many pictures and basic explanations.

Albert Einstein (in English and Spanish)
His astounding theories and his thoughtful philosophy rose above a
turbulent life. The story, checked for accuracy by leading
historians, will interest all readers. Enhanced with striking
pictures, voice clips, and essays, this is a one-stop source for
Einstein information.

Cosmic Journey: A History of Scientific Cosmology (very
comprehensive - http://www.aip. org/history/ cosmology/)
From the ancient Greeks to the Hubble Space Telescope - the story of
the colorful individuals, startling ideas and ingenious tools that
brought us knowledge of the vast and strange universe we inhabit.
Written by leading historians of astronomy, richly illustrated

Heisenberg: Uncertainty
The "uncertainty principle" that Werner Heisenberg used to explain
quantum theory is explained with text, pictures and voice clips.
Heisenberg's leading biographer tells the full story of this eventful
life, including the physicist's controversial role in Nazi Germany's
nuclear program.

Moments of Discovery:Fission, Pulsar, Super Conductivity
Follow discoveries hour by hour, even minute by minute, through the
scientists' own tape-recorded words. Famous physicists recall how
they discovered the key to nuclear energy. Two young astronomers
recorded on the spot their momentous first use of a telescope.
Illustrated. Teachers' Guides help explain the scientific process
with lesson plans and exercises

And several others. You can sign up for updates to learn when new
online exhibits are added.