Topic: historical impact
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Ibn al-Haytham (Alhazen): Vision, Evidence, and the Architecture of Light
Ibn al-Haytham, an 11th-century scholar from Basra, transformed the study of optics through experimentation and critical inquiry. His Book of Optics challenged Greek theories of vision and introduced methods that would evolve into the scientific method. This profile explores his lasting influence.
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Al-Khwarizmi: The Mind Behind the Method
Al-Khwarizmi, a 9th-century scholar from Baghdad’s House of Wisdom, revolutionized mathematics with his work on algebra and Hindu-Arabic numerals. His Latinized name, Algoritmi, gave rise to the word “algorithm”—a concept now central to digital life. This profile explores his lasting impact...
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