Alexander Von Humboldt

The Real Alexander von Humboldt: A Scientist of the Romantic Age

Posted on January 22, 2020January 22, 2020 by MAMcIntosh

Humboldt almost invented the electric battery– in fact, he came very close. Alexander von Humboldt was born 250 years ago this fall. As his legacy is celebrated across the globe, I continue to be struck by the grandiose claims that are made about him in the existing literature. The narrative that emerges is of an intrepid explorer, striding out to[…]

Alexander von Humboldt’s Whole Earth Vision

Posted on August 2, 2019 by MAMcIntosh

Alexander von Humboldt was one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century. His discoveries have profoundly impacted modern science and medicine. Originally published by ESRI, republished with embed permission for educational, non-commercial purposes.