Galileo Galilei (1564–1642) read Copernicus's work and set about using a new invention, the telescope, to view the ‘heavens’. He improved the heliocentric theory by transforming Copernicanism from a theory about astronomy into a larger debate about the role of science. This created a new relationship between religion and science.
Galileo improved the telescope by 30 times. His telescopic observations, enabled him to confirm Copernicus's premise, is an example of a paradigm shift, from geocentricism, through a revolution, to a heliocentricism. He had other contributions in mechanics such as the concept of acceleration, principle of inertia and the concept of universe using mathematical laws.
Additionally, he corrected old Aristotelian theories & principles. He had well publicized ideas and was determined to spread his findings. This led to a change in thought in the society from ANCIENT – MODERN, evidence-based science NOT mystical beliefs. Due to a conflict with the Catholic Church, he was banned by the church.
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