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The Greek Legacy: How did Greek mathematicians and philosophers shape modern mathematics? (Alan Davies, Stuart Rowlands, Elizabeth Dodd & Sofya Lyakhova)

Professor Alan Davies presents a series of groundbreaking experiments pioneered by the Ancient Greeks. Often called the "birthplace of civilisation", Ancient Greece heralded numerous advances in philosophy, science, engineering and mathematics which have shaped our understanding of the modern world. Assisted by Ri demo technician, Andy Marmery, Professor Davies demonstrates the key discoveries and experiments of many Greek thinkers -- from Thales and Pythagoras to Euclid, Archimedes and Hypatia of Alexandria.

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  • Originally Aired March 7, 2014
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Name Type Role
Sofya Lyakhova Guest Star
Stuart Rowlands Guest Star
Alan Davies Guest Star
Elizabeth Dodd Guest Star