Michael Faraday (1791-1867) Collection

Michael Faraday FRS was an English physicist and chemist whose many experiments contributed greatly to the understanding of electromagnetism and electrochemistry. His main discoveries include the principles underlying electromagnetic induction, diamagnetism and electrolysis. In 1831, Faraday discovered electromagnetic induction, the principle behind the electric transformer and generator. This discovery was crucial in allowing electricity to be transformed from a curiosity into a powerful new technology.