Technology as we know it today has come a long way. The advancements of modern times have been nothing short of remarkable, but it is worth taking a moment to look back at the pioneers of technology who paved the way for the development of modern science. Our Top-Ten Technologistas of Antiquity series aims to do just that by highlighting the work of the most influential inventors of ancient times.
Technology has come a long way over the years, but even in ancient times, there were ingenious minds that revolutionized the way we live today. One of the most celebrated technologists of antiquity was Imhotep, an ancient Egyptian architect, engineer, and physician who served as the chancellor to Pharaoh Djoser. Imhotep was a master builder, and his expertise in construction and design led him to…