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New Books in the History of Science

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Thomas Morel
Professor of History of Mathematics at the University of Wuppertal in Germany
University of Wuppertal
Episode: Thomas Morel, "Underground Mathematics: Craft Culture and Knowledge Production in Early Modern Europe" (Cambridge UP, 2022)
Dr. Eram Alam
Author and historian of science and medicine
JHU Press
Episode: Eram Alam, "The Care of Foreigners: How Immigrant Physicians Changed US Healthcare" (JHU Press, 2025)
Dr. Rick López
Professor of history and environmental studies at Amherst College
Amherst College
Episode: Rick A López, "Rooted in Place: Botany, Indigeneity, and Art in the Construction of Mexican Nature, 1570-1914" (U Arizona Press, 2025)
Alice Lovejoy
Professor of cultural studies and comparative literature at the University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota
Episode: Alice Lovejoy, "Tales of Militant Chemistry: The Film Factory in a Century of War" (U California Press, 2025)
Jeffrey Sharon
Author of The Great Balancing Act and Director of the Balance and Ball Center
University of California, San Francisco
Episode: Jeffrey D. Sharon, "The Great Balancing Act: An Insider's Guide to the Human Vestibular System" (Columbia UP, 2025)
Dr. Kalle Kananoja
Lecturer in Science and Ideas at the University of Oulu.
University of Oulu
Episode: Kalle Kananoja, "Healing Knowledge in Atlantic Africa" (Cambridge UP, 2021)
Julia Cummiskey
Assistant Professor in the Department of the History of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Julia Ross Cummiskey, "Virus Research in Twentieth-Century Uganda: Between Local and Global" (Ohio UP, 2024)
Daniel J. Sherman
Leinberger Distinguished Professor of Art History and History at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Episode: Daniel J. Sherman, "Sensations: French Archaeology Between Science and Spectacle, 1890-1940" (U Chicago Press, 2025)
Amit Varshizky
Israeli historian, novelist, and essayist.
Episode: Amit Varshizky, "The Metaphysics of Race: Science and Faith in the Nazi Worldview" (Taylor & Francis, 2024)

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Thomas Morel, "Underground Mathematics: Craft Culture and Knowledge Production in Early Modern Europe" (Cambridge UP, 2022)
Q: Why is mining important in the early modern era?
Mining provided essential materials for currency and everyday life, making it a critical factor in the economy and society of that time.
Thomas Morel, "Underground Mathematics: Craft Culture and Knowledge Production in Early Modern Europe" (Cambridge UP, 2022)
Q: How did you come to this topic?
I was surprised to see how much mathematics was taught in mining engineering schools, leading me to research how people operated underground before these schools existed.
Al Posamentier, "Math Makers: The Lives and Works of 50 Famous Mathematicians" (Prometheus, 2020)
Q: What criteria did you use to select the featured mathematicians?
We included those mathematicians who had a lasting impact on the field of mathematics and made interesting contributions beyond complex theories.
Al Posamentier, "Math Makers: The Lives and Works of 50 Famous Mathematicians" (Prometheus, 2020)
Q: What are some challenges you faced in deciding which mathematicians to include in the book?
We had to narrow it down from a larger list, focusing on those who significantly influenced mathematics and were also relatable to the general reader.
Al Posamentier, "Math Makers: The Lives and Works of 50 Famous Mathematicians" (Prometheus, 2020)
Q: What motivated you to write this book?
It was a combination of things, including an interest in the unique lives of mathematicians and making mathematics relatable to a general audience.

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Interviews focus on the relationships between scientific history and various cultural, social, and political contexts. The discussions often revolve around the stories and implications of historical scientific developments, examining influential figures and transformative ideas that have shaped the landscape of science. Notable topics include the evolution of medical regulations, the intersection of feminism and science, and the historical ties between science and society, showcasing the rich narratives and complexities that arise at this intersection. This podcast is particularly valuable for those interested in how history shapes contemporary scientific debates and practices, making it an insightful resource for both scholars and general ... more

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