Hidden Heroes of Science: Shining a Light on the Unknown Trailblazers of the Scientific World

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A groundbreaking new book that covers the lost contributors of the world's most important scientific discoveries Discover the unnamed heroes that contributed to some of our world's most important science. Do you ever find yourself feeling curious about who created the science behind some of our most impressive structures Or wonder who it was that invented the equipment you find in your classroom Perhaps you've always wanted to know who it was that created coding, or how on earth the Egyptian Pyramids were built so long ago and yet still look brand new Well, now you need look no further! The Royal Institution; the home of science, brings you the answer to all of your questions, as we explore the hidden heroes that created the miraculous things we find all around us.

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The Royal Institution is a leading independent charity dedicated to connecting as many people as possible with the world of science. It was founded in 1799 and has an international reach, working with world-leading scientists. This book's author, Peter Gallivan currently works at King's College London. Prior to this, he was the RI's Family Programme Manager, organising a diverse range of hands-on STEM-focused activities for families and young people, and proving his passion for sharing his science knowledge. The book's illustrator, Robbie Cathro, lives in Bristol, UK. He loves to make fun, colourful, and charismatic work, and hopes to create playful compositions that translate the mood and atmosphere of the work he's illustrating. His debut picture book 'Be Your Own Man', is out now in Australia, Germany, Poland, Spain, and Japan.