Google Doodle today: Nicolas Steno’s 374th Birthday

Last Updated on Wednesday, 11 January 2012 12:41 Written by Sandeep Wednesday, 11 January 2012 12:41

Google is celebrating 374th birthday of Nicolas Steno. Google has changed their logo for this celebration today i.e. 11th January, 2012.

Nicolas Steno 374th birthday Google doodle

 Learn more about Nicolas Stone:

Nicolas Steno (11 January 1638 – 25 November 1686) was a Danish pioneer in both anatomy and geology. Already in 1659 he decided not to accept anything simply written in a book, instead resolving to do research himself.He is considered the father of geology and stratigraphy.

Early career

Nicolaus Steno was born in Copenhagen on New Year’s Day (Julian calendar), the son of a Lutheran goldsmith who worked regularly for King… Continue reading...