Events tagged with "henry oldenburg"

Historical Events tagged with "henry oldenburg"

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Science & Technology

First Issue of Philosophical Transactions Published

March 6th, 1665 360 years ago

Henry Oldenburg published the first issue of 'Philosophical Transactions,' the inaugural journal of the Royal Society, marking a significant step in the formalization of scientific communication. This landmark publication aimed to disseminate new scientific findings and foster a network among scholars. The journal quickly became a foundational pillar of scientific discourse, providing a platform for the documentation and sharing of scientific thought across Europe and beyond.