Chemistry and Chemists in Florence

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Focusing on the evolution of chemistry in Florence, the book highlights the contributions of notable figures like Galileo Galilei and later chemists such as Hugo Schiff and Luigi Rolla. It explores the transformation of chemistry from an applied science in the Middle Ages, vital to the textile dyeing industry, to its establishment as a formal discipline. The narrative also details the role of the Medici family in fostering scientific collections that became museums, alongside the development of the Royal University of Florence into the University of Florence, making it a rich resource for historians and chemists alike.