During Science Week why not explore the home of one of the nation's forgotton scientists...Green's Mill and Science Centre at Sneinton, Nottinghamshire has set up its Web site with the help of the centre's Friends organisation, and assistance from 'innotts' a local ISP. The centre was established as a memorial to one the countries least recognised mathematical geniuses, George Green (1793 - 1841), whose father, a Nottingham baker, built the windmill (above) which forms the centrepiece of the museum George, despite a lack of formal qualifications wrote a treatise "An Essay on the Application of Mathematical Analysis to the Theories of Electricity and Magnetism" in 1828 at the age of 35. Although not recognised at the time, this work proved to be a major influence on the development of the leading edge technology of the 19th century - electricity.The museum site gives a fascinating insight into the life of George Green, and the workings of one of the most technically advanced windmills of its day. Contemporary accounts illustrate the history of the mill, the millstones of which turned at speeds up to 40 miles per hour. For those who want to know more, the centre has an educational service and a programme of events. A location map and opening hours details are provided for those who want to visit the mill. And if you would like a souvenir, the museum shop sells, in addition to the normal cards and gifts, flour ground at the mill.
