University of Maryland
University of Maryland: The Astronomy Workshop
Find tools to calculate astronomical distances and sizes, to view various Solar System models, to compare gravity's affect on weight, and more. A good place to find interesting facts, simple animations, and astronomy links to physics and...
Other
Natural History Magazine, Inc: Natural History Magazine
The natural history of our planet and universe are addressed in this on-line version of Natural History Magazine. Topics are widely varied yet current and topical, with photos & illustrations included.
University of Alberta
University of Alberta: The Edmonton, Yukon and Pacific Railway
The Edmonton, Yukon and Pacific Railway was incorporated in 1896 to provide a rail connection between two political and economic rivals, Strathcona in the south and Edmonton in the north. This is a brief history of its evolution.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: First Cells
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the first cells and the evolution of photosynthesis and cellular respiration.
University of California
Ucmp: Annelids
Describes what segmented worms are and gives a brief description of thier evolution through the use of their fossil record.
University of California
Ucmp: Eutheria: Systematics, Part
A cladogram that gives the evolutionary relationship between the different groups of mammals. Modern relationship drawing, somewhat difficult to interpret.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Ray Finned Fish
Comprehensive reference material on ray-finned fishes, with information on their habitat, evolution, physical features, eating habits, reproduction, behavior, how they communicate, role in the ecosystem, and threats to their continuing...
University of California
Ucmp: Are Birds Really Dinosaurs?
A great essay that illustrates how science is done as well as the relationship between dinosaurs and modern birds. Includes a picture to illustrate this concept, and contains many links to related sites.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Stars and Constellations: Red Giant Stars
This resource discusses advanced giants, super giants, and giant stars. Links in the information provide further information on specific terms.
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Stanford University Press:institutionalization of Science in Europe,1650 to 1850
A description of chapter 3 from a book titled Economic Evolution and Revolution in Historical Time by Paul W. Rhode, Joshua L. Rosenbloom, and David F. Weiman. The chapter looks at how the Second Industrial Revolution gave rise to...
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: No. 824: Scopes Trial
In this transcript of a radio broadcast, we learn about the Scopes Trial of 1925, which pitted creationists against evolutionists.
University of California
Ucmp: Chondrichthyes Fossil Record
This Berkeley site offers a great overview of when the class appears in the fossil record.
Cornell University
Cornell University: Astronomy: Red Giants
This Cornell University Astronomy Department site surveys the the hydrogen and helium burning that takes place in the evolution of a red giant. Links to related information.
University of Oregon
The Electronic Universe: Ccd Images of Planetary Nebulae
Basic characteristics of planetary nebulae and the relationship to stellar evolution is presented along with many detailed images.
University of California
Ucmp: Introduction to Trilobita
One of the most famous fossil organisms, trilobites were once a complex group. Learn to tell them apart in this illustrated article that tells how they lived, their body structure, there place in evolution, and the like.
Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Mammary Glands
A very solid history on the evolution of, and function of, the glands that give the group mammals their name. Good comparisons of other mammals and their function.
Stanford University
Stanford Presidential Lectures: Stephen Jay Gould
Standford University provides interesting biographical and professional information on Stephen Jay Gould and his many contributions to scientific thought, including his efforts to help people see science "As something that is important...
Cosmo Learning
Cosmo Learning: Darwin's Legacy
A collection of video lectures dedicated to study Charles Darwin's legacy. The course was hosted at Stanford University. The lectures cover a broad range of topics from evolution vs. creationism, Darwin's life and work, social Darwinism,...
University of California
Ucmp: Early Dinosaur Discoveries in North America
This survey of early dinosaur discoveries in North America discusses the first dinosaur specimens and the scientific debate that they inspired.
Other
Sky Server: About Astronomy
This site from SkyServer provides the history of astronomy as well as links to mapping the sky, galaxies, cosmic structures and much more. Several pictures are given, and the article is medium in length.
Harvard University
Harvard Gazette: Paleontologist Gould Dies at 60
Stephen Jay Gould, "The bulldog of evolutionary biology," is honored here by Harvard University, where he spend his teaching and writing career. Mention of articles, books, and awards, plus quotes from colleagues, offer an engaging view...