Science and technology
Scotland's scientists made some of the most important discoveries that helped us to understand the world and invented some of the technologies we rely on today. Scottish science is still at the cutting edge of scientific development.
National Library of Scotland collections can introduce the scientists of the past and support the study of science today.
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background information.
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Scottish scientists
Find out about 10 great Scottish scientists, chosen by the public. Go to our Scottish Science Hall of Fame.
Library favourites
Renewable energy is just one of the many topics covered in our science and technology collections. Watch this video to discover NLS resources at your fingertips.