Tag: Howard Aiken

  • Science & Tech

    She made her mark

    Journalist Walter Isaacson and College students talk about the achievements and challenges for women in the field of computer science, including pioneer Grace Hopper.

    5–7 minutes
  • Science & Tech

    Down to the details, a giant in computing history

    University leaders gathered at the Science Center to celebrate an update of the Harvard Mark I exhibit.

    3–5 minutes
  • Science & Tech

    Dawn of a revolution

    When Bill Gates came to Harvard as a student, he was known for his myriad interests and unconventional study habits. And then there was his endless fascination with computers, Walter Isaacson writes.

    13–20 minutes
  • Science & Tech

    First Programmable Computer

    Michael D. Smith Dean, Faculty of Arts and Sciences John H. Finley Jr. Professor of Engineering and Applied Sciences, SEAS

    1–2 minutes