The Foundation for Science, Technology and Civilisation (FSTC), in partnership with 1001 Inventions, announces that 2011 will be The Year of Ibn Al-Haytham – Celebrating a Millennium of Science. A series of high profile international events and activities are being planned to pay tribute to Ibn Al-Haytham and his contributions to science.
According to historical accounts, in the year 1011, Ibn Al-Haytham was retained under house arrest. It is during this period that Ibn al-Haytham composed his most original scientific achievements that represented a turning point in the history of science.
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Amazing! I do hope such articles and information, though short, appear in such accessible places because we come to know, though in snippet fashion, something which may be of interest, as well as of the contributions of great minds such as Ibn al-Haytham. Thanks also for the provided links.
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how can one man make 1001 inventions
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