Galileo’s handwritten notes found in ancient astronomy text
Science Magazine • 2/26/2026
Summary
Galileo’s handwritten notes have been found in an ancient astronomy text. This discovery sheds new light on how the famed astronomer came to lead a scientific revolution.
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