PhyStory
Reconstructing the human story of physics through interactive timelines and animations that help educators teach not just what we know, but how we came to know it
Keywords: physics, science communication, storytelling, history of science, interactive learning
Dark Matter. Black Holes. Quantum Entanglement. A physicist can tell you what these mysteries mean, but rarely how we came to know what they mean. That missing “how” – containing the blind alleys and serendipitous highways — can help educators show physics not as intimidating facts but as ideas shaped by curiosity and discovery. PhyStory makes the history of physics interactive—mining real historical archives to build timelines and animations that trace how discoveries unfolded. Unlike traditional resources, it lets teachers and students explore the actual experiments, debates, and turning points behind major theories, transforming physics from static knowledge into a story they can navigate and experience.
Skillset needs: Looking for collaborators with video production, animation, or AI-assisted content creation skills, as well as writers interested in storytelling and science communication. You don’t have to be a physicist—just curious about how ideas are discovered and how to bring them to life for learners and the public.
Contact: Barkotel Zemenu