physics

As part of a new season of free exhibitions and galleries this autumn at the Science Museum, we explore some of the big questions that inspire our galleries, exhibitions and events programme.

As we celebrate James Lovelock’s 100th birthday, Roger Highfield reflects on his scientific achievements.

500 years after his death, we reflect on the life and ideas of Leonardo da Vinci.

The first image of a black hole was unveiled today, shedding new light on the most extreme, inscrutable and enigmatic objects in the cosmos.

250 years ago, on 5 January 1769, one of the UK’s most significant patents was granted. Curator Ben Russell takes up the story.

This week, the kilogram will be redefined. But what does this mean for scientists and engineers, and for those of us beyond the science lab? Dr Jane Desborough, Curator of Scientific Instruments, explains more.

Guest author Chris Warrick discusses the developments in Nuclear Fusion research, and how we’re closer to creating clean energy than ever before thanks to devices called tokamaks.

Amy Davy explores the different ways people have harnessed the power of the Sun throughout history.

The Carrington Event of 1859 is the most violent solar storm on record. A storm of its magnitude in today’s technological era would cause devastating effects. Roger Highfield and Dr Harry Cliff explore more.

We asked our very own Explainers about their favourite exhibits in Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery. Here’s what they said.

Curator of our recent exhibition The Sun: Living With Our Star, Dr Oliver Carpenter, takes a look back to the most important eclipse of the nineteenth century.

Roger Highfield presents your guide to Quantum Computing.