I’ve always been fascinated by how knowledge evolves over time, and one period that intrigues me is the Middle Ages. Often seen as a time of superstition and stagnation, the medieval era actually laid the groundwork for many scientific advancements. Scholars preserved and built upon ancient Greek, Roman, and Islamic knowledge, while also developing their own methods of inquiry.

But how exactly does medieval science connect to today? Were there specific discoveries, inventions, or ideas from that time that still influence modern science? How did medieval thinkers, working with limited tools and a different worldview, contribute to the scientific revolution that followed? In what ways did their approach to medicine, astronomy, engineering, or natural philosophy shape the scientific disciplines we now take for granted?

I want to understand how this often-overlooked era played a role in shaping the scientific advancements we rely on today. Were there breakthroughs that, despite being primitive by today’s standards, formed stepping stones for modern research? Or was medieval science more of a preservation period rather than a period of innovation? I’m eager to explore these connections and uncover how medieval scientific thought is still relevant in the modern world.