Wolfram Research
Wolfram Science World: Albert Einstein (1879 1955)
This site about Albert Einstein examines many of his theories. It also includes a list of Einstein quotes and references.
Florida State University
Florida State University: Science, Optics & You: Albert Einstein
Biography of Albert Einstein (1879-1955), one of the most famous physicists of the last century, best known for his theory of relativity.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Albert Einstein
In this Spanish-language entry, grasp a concrete understanding of a complicated man whose discoveries impacted society more than any other scientist. This site chronicles the life and accomplishments of Albert Einstein. It also studies...
PBS
Pbs: A Science Odyssey: People and Discoveries: Albert Einstein
Brief biography of Albert Einstein, with a link to an interactive learning game that asks players to associate Einstein, Newton, and Bohr with the theories they are famous for having articulated.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: Profile: Albert Einstein
Read about the life and work of Albert Einstein, including details from his childhood and what he said about life just before he died.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Accomplishments of Albert Einstein
Summarizes some of the most important accomplishments of Albert Einstein.
Science Struck
Science Struck: 8 Albert Einstein Inventions That Impacted the World
Describes the refrigerator invented by Einstein and many of his discoveries in physics.
Other
Aip: Einstein Image and Impact
A major exhibition that presents nine sections of in-depth information on aspects of Einstein's life.
Science Struck
Science Struck: What Did Albert Einstein Invent
Read about some of the significant inventions of Albert Einstein.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Way to Go, Einstein!
The Way to Go, Enstein, OLogy site is a place for learning about Einstein--his career, his ideas, how he thought about problems, and his contributions to science. Explore, ask questions, find information, and meet American Museum of...
PBS
Pbs: Nova: Time Travel: Think Like Einstein
Addressed with questions about relative speed and the speed of light, students begin to "think like Einstein" while exploring the science behind the mystery of time travel.
Other
Einstein Archives Online
Online access to portions of Einstein's original papers and manuscripts.
University of Wisconsin
The Why Files: Albert Einstien
A resource to help understand how Einstein's ideas helped mold modern science.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Einstein's Concept of Gravity
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Explores Einstein's theory of gravity and the warping of space-time.
Story Behind the Science
Story Behind the Science: Detection of Black Holes [Pdf]
Article outlining the scientific history behind the discovery of black holes. The writer discusses how scientific theories guide scientists in creating explanations for natural phenomena.
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory
Magnet Academy: Timeline of Electricity and Magnetism: 1900 1909
Albert Einstein publishes his special theory of relativity and his theory on the quantum nature of light, which he identified as both a particle and a wave. With ever new appliances, electricity begins to transform everyday life.
NASA
Nasa Star Child: Who's Who in Space (Level 2)
This site provides a list of people who have given their lives to studying space science. Each person has a biography that you can read.
Curated OER
Science World: Albert Einstein (1879 1955)
This site about Albert Einstein examines many of his theories. It also includes a list of Einstein quotes and references.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Does the Fourth Dimension of Time Exist?
A decent explanation of the concept of time as the fourth dimension. The author discusses Einstein's theory of special relativity and the idea of space-time.
Curated OER
Science Kids: Science Images: Albert Einstein
A black and white photo of Albert Einstein. Check out our Albert Einstein facts page for more information on this famous scientist.
Curated OER
Smithsonian Libraries: Scientific Identity: Albert Einstein (1879 1955)
A portrait of Albert Einstein from the Dibner Library of the History of Science and Technology, made available through the Smithsonian Institution's Scientific Identity Collection.
Curated OER
Smithsonian Libraries: Scientific Identity: Albert Einstein (1879 1955)
A portrait of Albert Einstein from the Dibner Library of the History of Science and Technology, made available through the Smithsonian Institution's Scientific Identity Collection.
Curated OER
Smithsonian Libraries: Scientific Identity: Albert Einstein (1879 1955)
A portrait of Albert Einstein from the Dibner Library of the History of Science and Technology, made available through the Smithsonian Institution's Scientific Identity Collection.
Curated OER
Smithsonian Libraries: Scientific Identity: Albert Einstein (1879 1955)
A portrait of Albert Einstein from the Dibner Library of the History of Science and Technology, made available through the Smithsonian Institution's Scientific Identity Collection.