Scientists born on February 15

Take a focused look at the scientists born on February 15. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1564 Galileo Galilei

  Galileo Galilei was an Italian astronomer, physicist, and engineer who made revolutionary contributions to science, laying the foundations of modern physics and observational astronomy. He is renowned for his improvements to the telescope, astronomical observations, and his support for the Copernican heliocentric system, which eventually led to conflict with the Roman Catholic Church. [bio]