/oss/taxonomy/term/3490/all en /oss/article/technology/no-need-be-dark-about-light-bulb <p>Way back in 1802, Humphrey Davy, one of the most brilliant chemists of all time, became interested in the novel phenomenon of electricity. By this time he had already published a treatise on the pain killing properties of laughing gas and had suggested it's use in surgical operations. As a result of his chemical prowess he was invited to further his career at the Royal Institution in London, which had been established with the object of "combining useful knowledge with the amusement and instruction of the higher ranks."</p> Tue, 06 Nov 2018 20:06:07 +0000 Joe Schwarcz PhD 7434 at /oss