Astrology and AstronomyStudy of the stars and planets, which in the Middle Ages was both science and philosophy Italian astronomers to re-create Galileo's telescope
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2009-02-04 16:33
For the 400th anniversary of Galileo's creation of his telescope, a group of Italian scientists will recreate "the kind of telescope and conditions that led to Galileo’s world-changing observations."
Experts theorize Tycho Brahe may have been murdered
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009-02-01 18:44
For centuries experts believed that Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe died from a "twisted" bladder, but recent studies have shown a high concentration of mercury in the astronomer's hair, leading to the theory that Brahe was murdered. Now a "group of conservators, chemists and physicians" wants to open the grave and find out the truth: was Tycho Brahe murdered, and "who done it?"
Tycho Brahe's supernova spotted again
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2008-12-17 09:19
Max Planck Institute scientists report that they have once again glimpsed echoes of a supernova chronicled in 1572 by Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe. The event was bright enough to be visible during the day. (photos and video)
Remains of Copernicus found in Warsaw
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2008-12-10 15:41
Scientists believe they have found the skeleton of the 16th century Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. The identification was made using DNA from hair retrieved from the astronomer's books. (photo)
Was the telescope invented in Spain?
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2008-10-07 15:55
An article for the magazine History Today claims that the telescope may have been invented in Spain by a Burgundian spectacle maker named Juan Roget, rather than in the Netherlands or Italy, as previously believed.
12th century Byzantine still found in Bulgaria
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2008-08-30 19:07
Bulgarian archaeologist Prof Nikolay Ovcharov has discovered a 12th century still believed to have been used in the study of alchemy in the remains of a Byzantine mansion near the village of Tatul, Bulgaria.
Dons in space!
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2008-08-25 11:18
Richard Garriott, known in the Kingdom of Ansteorra as Don Shamino, will become the next space tourist when he blasts off in the fall of 2008 aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft for a 10-day stay on the International Space Station.
Canterbury Astrolabe Quadrant bought by British Museum
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2008-08-19 08:57
The British Museum recently raised UK£350,000 to buy a rare 14th century astrolabe discovered in Kent, England in 2005. The Canterbury Astrolabe Quadrant is one of only eight such instruments in the world. (photo)
Date of Roman invasion of Britain recalculated
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2008-07-16 17:47
Professors Donald W. Olson and Russell Doescher of Texas State University, along with some of their students, used subtle astronomical clues to recalculate the date of Caesar's invasion of Britain. Their findings have been published in the August 2008 Sky & Telescope magazine.
Astronomers confirm Tycho Brahe's supernova
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2008-07-09 11:10
New telescopes have allowed modern scientists to observe light echoes of the same supernova that Tycho Brahe described 436 years ago. "Last month, the ability of modern telescopes to observe these faint and fleeting light echoes is a kind of time machine. It reveals what happened in an old supernova explosion when the opportunity for direct observation seems long gone."
Rune calendar website
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2008-05-02 17:25
Looking for an interesting A&S project, fan of Nordic studies - or just seeking an interesting way to track time - then visit the Gangleri website for an article on Rune Calendars.
Foxley Manor: A 14th Century Journal
Submitted by Isolda on Thu, 2008-04-24 00:40
Online journal of 14th century interests and their re-creation.
Arthur C. Clarke Dies
Submitted by Vallawulf on Wed, 2008-03-19 11:47
Famed science fiction author Arthur C. Clarke has died on March 18 at a hospital in Colombo, Sri Lanka, at the age of 90. Best-known for his work 2001: A Space Odyssey, his work on communications satellites also helped change the world.
"Copernicus' Secret" brings scientist to life
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2008-02-05 17:48
Up until now, little has been known about the personal life of medieval astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, but author Jack Repcheck brings life to the man in his new book Copernicus' Secret: How the Scientific Revolution Began. Owen Gingerich reviews the book for the Sunday New York Times.
Peter the Rock Passes Away in Atenveldt
Submitted by Vallawulf on Fri, 2007-08-31 10:59
Author and scientist Peter L. Manly, known in the SCA as Lord Peter of Barony Atenveldt (or Peter the Rock, Peter of House Staghold), passed away at the VA Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona on July, 27, 2007, just shy of his 62nd birthday.
Galileo's Gazing
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2007-08-20 15:47
2007-10-13 10:30
2007-10-14 11:00
Australia/NSW
The Canton of Stowe-on-the-Wowld and the Barony of Rowany are pleased to present Galileo's Gazing (aka The Stargazing Event)
*When: From 0930 ,Saturday 13th of October to 10am Sunday 14th.
"Astonishingly modern" technology marks 14th century Indian observatory
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2007-06-26 14:40
Scientists working at the 14th-century Pir Ghaib Observatory in Delhi, India were astonished to find instruments used to tell time and study the celestial skies including a "zenith tube" through which the moon could be observed.
14th century astrolabe brings record price
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2007-03-30 07:57
A rare 14th century astrolade quadrant has been auctioned off to an anonymous bidder for UK£138,000. The instrument was crafted of brass in 1388 and was used "for telling time, mapping the stars and taking measurements."
14th century astrolabe to be auctioned
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2007-02-23 16:51
A 14th century astrolabe quadrant, discovered beneath the clay floors of a 17th century building in Kent, England, has been listed for auction March 21, 2007 with hopes to bring between UK£60,000 and UK£100,000.
Scientists at last understand ancient calculating device
Submitted by Gwenhyfar on Thu, 2006-11-30 15:52
After many years of study, scientists at last can fathom the works of a calculating device from ancient Greece, which some researchers consider more valuable than the Mona Lisa due to its unique historical value.
Cosmologists Find Truth in Medieval World View
Submitted by Ursula on Fri, 2006-08-11 16:00
In The View from the Center of the Universe, Joel R. Primack and Nancy Ellen Abrams point out the similarities between ancient beliefs about a terracentric universe and recent discoveries about the results of the Big Bang.
Today in the Middle Ages: July 13, 1527
Submitted by Ursula on Thu, 2006-07-13 17:01
John Dee, scholar, mystic, and astrologer to Queen Elizabeth I, was born on July 13, 1527.
"Tropical Stonehenge" Found in Amazon Rainforest
Submitted by Vallawulf on Tue, 2006-07-04 14:47
Scientists have uncovered a ring of stones in the Amazon jungle near Sao Paulo, Brazil, that they are calling the "Tropical Stonehenge."
Today in the Middle Ages: June 6, 1178
Submitted by Ursula on Tue, 2006-06-06 12:22
On June 6, 1178, a group of monks in Canterbury reported seeing "two hours of light" on the shadowed part of the moon.
Today in the Middle Ages: April 30, 1006
Submitted by Ursula on Sun, 2006-04-30 13:47
The brightest supernova seen in historical times appeared on April 30, 1006.
Today in the Middle Ages: April 24, 1066
Submitted by Ursula on Mon, 2006-04-24 10:17
On April 24, 1066, Halley's Comet appeared in the skies over an already unsettled England.
Head of Copernicus Found?
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-03-25 18:52
Archaeologists excavating a crypt beneath a 14th century cathedral in Frombork, Poland, believe they may have found the skull of the revolutionary astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus.
Starry-eyed Surprise: Medieval Astronomy
Submitted by Aoife on Fri, 2006-01-27 09:15
Dame Aoife brings us a veritable galaxy of links this week, concerning astronomy not only as a natural science but also as a medieval navigation and timekeeping aid.
Michael of Rhodes Website Online
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2006-01-03 15:30
15th century Venetian sailor Michael of Rhodes is the subject of a website which chronicles his works on astrology, navigation and calendrical computations.
Happy New Year: 964!
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-12-30 17:32
A new book by University of Victoria mathematician Florin Diacu, Lost Millennium: History's Timetables Under Siege, explores the time theories of Russian mathematician Anatoli Fomenko and determines that the year is really 963.
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