American Physical Society Forum on the History of Physics
- http://www.aps.org/units/fhp/index.cfm
- A member unit of the American Physical Society. It was founded as a venue for physicists, historians, and other members of the APS with an interest in discussing and exploring the historical dimensions of physics research. Forum benefits and activities include the Forum's widely read semiannual Newsletter and sponsored sessions at the March and April meetings of the APS.
Selected Classic Papers
- http://web.lemoyne.edu/~giunta/papers.html
- Historically important papers in the fields of: Atomic hypothesis and discrete nature of matter Electricity, electrochemistry, and electrolyte solutions The electron and electronic structure of matter Elements: nature, number, and discovery Environmental chemistry Gases Periodic table and periodic law Radioactivity and the nucleus Thermodynamics
The Invention of Knowledge
- http://www.artifacts.com
- The connections between the sciences and the arts with emphasis on physics. A prediction on where to look for the next great theories in physics.
The Nuclear Files
- http://www.nuclearfiles.org/
- Most comprehensive and user friendly online tool to explore the political and ethical dilemmas of the Nuclear Age. A citizen guide to create a saner and more peaceful world. Classroom use encouraged.
Theater of Electricity
- http://www.mos.org/sln/toe/
- Explore the history of static electricity and the machines which have used it to make big sparks and create strong electric fields. Van de Graaff generators and Tesla coils are two examples of what is discussed. Many pictures and teaching materials are available.