Dr. Alberto Martínez

Professor

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Biography

Alberto Martinez specializes in the history of physics and science, focusing particularly on Einstein's theories. He has authored several significant works including 'Science Secrets: The Truth About Darwin's Finches and Einstein's Wife,' and books addressing historical myths in mathematics such as 'Cult of Pythagoras: Math Myths' and 'Negative Math: Mathematical Rules Positively Bent.' His recent publications include works examining the interplay between science and historical narrative. Martinez actively engages with popular media, contributing to numerous newspapers and magazines. His scholarly articles have appeared in prestigious journals like the American Journal of Physics and Annals of Science.

Research Interests

History of Physics History of Mathematics Historical Myths in Science

Awards

Fellow

Public Voices Fellow

Fellow

Weisman Instructor History of Science

Fellow

2003-04-01

Fellow

2001-03-01

Postdoctoral Fellow

2001-03-01

Smithsonian Fellow

Courses

HIS350L Einstein Age Conflicts HIS366N Biology, Behavior & Injustice HIS350L History of Money and Corruption HIS320W Thinking Like a Historian HIS350L Race, Science, and Racism HIS317N Discovery in History HIS380K Science Conjectures HIS322M History of Modern Science HIS329U Perspectives on Science and Mathematics

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement

Required:3

GRE General

TOEFL

Total

Required:79

IELTS

Overall

Required:6.5

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Application Checklist

Online application
Application fee
Official transcripts
Statement of Purpose
Three letters of recommendation
CV/Resume

Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.