Dr. Alberto Martinez

Professor

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Biography

Alberto Martinez specializes in the history of physics and mathematics, with a focus on the evolution of scientific ideas and historical myths surrounding figures such as Einstein and Giordano Bruno. He has authored several notable books including 'Science Secrets: Truth About Darwin's Finches', 'Einstein's Wife', and 'Negative Math: Mathematical Rules Positively Bent'. His recent work includes a novel on Albert Einstein and critical analyses of the interplay between history, media, and political narratives. Martinez has contributed to various academic journals and written opinion pieces for major newspapers and magazines, addressing topics related to science, history, and education. He has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Physical Society and has held various prestigious fellowships throughout his career. Currently at the University of Texas at Austin, he teaches a range of courses that cover topics from the societal implications of science to critical historical analysis.

Research Interests

Awards

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Fellow

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Fellow

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Public Voices Fellow

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Weisman Instructor

2004-05-01
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Fellow

2003-04-01
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Fellow

2001-03-01
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Postdoctoral Fellow

2001-03-01
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Smithsonian Fellow

Courses

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

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
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Specialization Notes

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