The "1001 Inventions: Discover the Muslim Heritage in our World" is a unique non religious - non political global educational initiative aiming to raise awareness of the Muslim contribution to modern civilization.

This project is developed by the academic organisation, The Foundation for Science Technology and Civilisation. There is at present a widespread misconception amongst many people worldwide that the development of science and technology during the period known as the “Dark Ages” was that of stagnation and decline. The contrary is true.

Through a process of education and learning, 1001 Inventions aims to challenge this myth and to celebrate the fact that the Muslim civilization was indeed shining and contributed to our present day progress.

Over 350,000 members of the British public have visited the 1001 Inventions touring exhibition. Over 25,000 copies of the 1001 Inventions book are being distributed globally and schools around the world are benefiting from the 1001 Inventions School Activity Packs.

http://www.1001inventions.com

The key objectives of the project are:

	To raise awareness of 1000 years (600 – 1600CE) of Muslim heritage.
	To generate understanding and appreciation of Muslim contributions towards the development of contemporary science and technology worldwide.
	To promote the concept of scientific and technological innovation as a positive and constructive channel of personal expression of beliefs, as an alternative to religious isolationism and extremism.
	To bridge themes in the history of science, industry and arts with contemporary developments.