Within natural science, disciplines that are basic science, also called pure science, develop information to predict and perhaps explainâthus somehow understandâphenomena in the natural world. Applied science applies science to real world practice. This includes a broad range of science fields from Engineering to Child Care. Applied science can also apply formal science, such as statistics and probability theory, as in epidemiology. Genetic epidemiology is an applied science applying both biological and statistical methods.
Philipsburg was founded in 1867 and grew rapidly at a ârate of one house a day,â and by yearâs end had reached a population of about 1,500 residents. At the height of its prosperity, Philipsburg enjoyed the mining boom of the late 1800s, and today honors that past. We pride ourselves on our rich sense of history and our offerings for outdoor enthusiasts, miners, shoppers, vacationers, and those who want to get away and relax in the surrounding mountains.
Milesburg was the site of âBald Eagleâs Nest,â an Indian village known as the home of Indian Chief Bald Eagle. The first post-office in the territory of Centre County was established on March 13, 1797 at Milesburg with Joseph Green appointed postmaster. The Erie Turnpike was completed from Milesburg over the Allegheny Mountains in 1822. Milesburg was incorporated as a borough by the Act of March 3, 1843. The Bald Eagle canal was opened to Milesburg in 1847. In 1864, the Bald Eagle Valley railroad was completed. After the flood of 1865, the canal was abandoned. Milesburg Borough with a total land area of 0.4 square miles is located at 40.942533 Â° N 77.789207 Â° W.