historical anecdotes

The first surgical amputation in history was performed 31,000 years ago.

Some 31,000 years ago a prehistoric surgeon cut off the lower leg of a child. The patient continued to live between 6 and 9 years after the operation.

The Inquisition versus reason

What did this legal process consist of and what consequences did it have for the life of the scientist and for science in general? Let's travel to the s. XVII to find out.

The days that never were

Ten days of the calendar, from October 5 to 14, 1582, disappeared; at least on paper. This is his story.

Where do the superstitions related to black cats come from?

In the Middle Ages black cats were associated with witchcraft and the devil. Furthermore, they were believed to bring sadness and to be ruthless.

Could there be another explosion in Chernobyl?

In subreactor room 305/2, scientists have noticed an increase in neutrons, which may be a sign of fission. No one has been in there since the explosion.

You can now visit the Chernobyl control room

You can only stay inside for five minutes, as it is estimated that radiation levels in the room could be 40,000 times higher than normal.

Ötzi, the ice man

Ötzi, the famous ice man preserved in the frozen peaks of the Alps, died more than 5,300 years ago and since his discovery he has been one of the most interesting objects of study for European researchers.

1969: Arrival to the Moon live

"This is a small step for man, a great leap for humanity."

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