Contributions of Islamic Civilization

Muslim scholars made groundbreaking contributions to science, medicine, mathematics, and philosophy that shaped the modern world.

Mathematics

Al-Khwarizmi developed algebra and algorithms. The Hindu-Arabic numeral system was transmitted to Europe through Muslim scholars.

Ibn Sina's Canon of Medicine was used in European universities for centuries. Al-Zahrawi is considered the father of modern surgery.

Ibn al-Haytham (Alhazen) is considered the father of modern optics and the scientific method.

Al-Idrisi created the most accurate world map of his time. Ibn Battuta traveled more extensively than Marco Polo.