Articles (Egypt)

Imhotep: World’s First Astronomer
(Astronomy and Space Sciences)

On a limestone base, which represents all that is left from a life-size statue of King Djoser, a unique inscription was found. It records the name and the titles of a non-royal person on a royal statue.

The Blue Hole: A Red Sea Adventure Not for Amateurs
(Earth Sciences)

If you have been to Dahab, it is likely you have had snorkeling or free-diving sessions at the Blue Hole.


Chemistry of Mummification: from Mummies to Modern Sciences
(Science in Arts and Culture)

Man has always been haunted by the idea of immortality and preserving the body after death; mummification was one of the most prominent methods used by the ancient Egyptians to do so.


Egyptian Women to Whom Girls Owe Their Education
(Education, Business, and Society)

Examples of women who stood up to the limiting rules of society: Princess Fatma Ismail, Huda Shaarawi, Nabaweya Moussa, and many more.



Egyptology: Champollion’s Gift to Humanity!
(Science in Arts and Culture)

Eminent French scientist Jean Champollion is known for deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs using the Rosetta Stone; thus, endowing humanity with the most valuable gift that is the Ancient Egyptian civilization.


The Encyclopedia Industry Era
(Inventions and Innovations)

The era of encyclopedias retrieved what was lost due of vandalism, and to preserve what remained from the memory of the Islamic Civilization.


Women Scientists in History
(Inventions and Innovations)

Women have a crucial role in maintaining life; they have undeniably and consistently contributed grealty to the development of civilization.

Milestone Nobel Prizes in Chemistry: Ahmed Zewail and Femtochemistry
(Inventions and Innovations)

On this day, renowned chemist Ahmed Zewail was born; an extraordinary scientist who cared about the world and made contribution to society.


Before Newton, there was Al-Hazen
(Inventions and Innovations)

Ibn al-Haytham was an Arab scientist who birthed the scientific method; he was a genuine polymath, a controversial figure, and a brilliant mind.

The Long-Awaited Virus-C Cure
(Health and Diseases)

There has been many speculations about recently discovered medications to cure hepatitis-C patients. Thus, it is our duty to shed light on and investigate the effectiveness of these medications, as well as the global efforts exerted to vanquish the disease in the very near future.


Oh, If I Could Fly
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

Birds are on the move as annual migration is an integral part of the avian life-cycle. They fly tens of thousands of kilometers in search for more convenient ecological conditions, safer habitats, food, and mating grounds. 


Egypt: The Beginning
(Earth Sciences)

This fertile land, Egypt, daughter of the Nile, irrigated by its waters for thousands of years, was not in that remote past the land we know now. 


Samia Eltemtamy: An Egyptian Scientist and Pioneer of Human Genetics
(Inventions and Innovations)

Children suffering from severe cases attracted Prof. Samia's attention, and she realized that genetics is the key to solving these mysteries.


Archeology from Space
(Earth Sciences)

Satellite Archaeology is a method for mapping and monitoring potential archaeological sites using high resolution satellites.


Maker Movement: From Candy Molds to 3D Printers
(Education, Business, and Society)

Everyone has once created something; it is not new for humans to innovate solutions and share new paths with others; we are all makers.


Black Sand in Egypt: An Untapped Treasure
(Earth Sciences)

The Black Sand Complex was inaugurated in Egypt, in October 2022, to extract minerals from black sand; so, what is it and its significance?


Hazardous Workplaces
(Education, Business, and Society)

Working in hazardous areas entails several risks, from injuries to losing lives, hazards can occur sometimes in unlikely areas.


Smoked Herring Fish Manufacturing; Advantages and Disadvantages
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

This year, Sham el-Nessim coincides with the holy month of Ramadan; have you ever tried eating herring fish on fasting days before?

From Papyrus to E-Paper (1)
(Inventions and Innovations)

Paper has gone through a long journey, and technology has only transformed that craft into a highly technical industry.


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