Reflecting on the astronomers of the past, Owen Gingerich explores the nature of truth in science and how our understanding of the universe—its creation and design—is formed through observation, interpretation, and persuasion, as well as our personal picture of the world and our place in it.
In his new book, Owen looks at the nature of science and our understanding of the cosmos.
As disagreements continue over Pluto's planetary status, scientists weigh the pros and cons at a Harvard debate. — National Geographic
He sees the universe through the lens of science, but with the awe of devotion. For him, there is no conflict between science and God, only between man and ignorance. — AAAS Member Spotlight
In the debut issue of a new open access online journal, Euresis, Owen offers a fascinating essay on Johannes Kepler and his book Astronomia Nova. — Forbes
Owen describes how he recently discovered handwritten notes by Galileo pinpointing the moment in which he realized the Earth was not the center of the universe — Discover
Lecture
The Divine Handiwork: Evolution and the Wonder of Life
Owen delivered the inaugural Beggs Lecture on Science, Spirituality and Society at Cornell University.