The year 1996 CE in science and technology consisted of many events, including those below.

See also: 1995 in science, other events of 1996, 1997 in science, and the list of years in science.

Table of contents
1 Astronomy and space exploration
2 Biology
3 Computer science
4 Exploration
5 Meterology
6 Technology
7 Awards
8 Births
9 Deaths

Astronomy and space exploration

Biology

Computer science

Exploration

Meterology

Technology

  • Zenith introduces the first HDTV-compatible front projection TV in the United States. Broadcasters, TV & PC manufacturers set industry standards for digital HDTV.
  • APS film format is introduced.
  • Sucessfull demonstration of magnetic refrigeration.

Awards

Births

Deaths