The past few hundred years of human history have witnessed remarkable developments in science and technology and the history is full of examples and lessons to learn from persons who have demonstrated great leadership in science and technology. For example, Albert Einstein who is best known for his theories of special relativity and general relativity contributed more than any other scientist to the vision of physical reality. His theories of relativity are still relevant today. Marie Curie isolated radium, won two Nobel Prizes, was the first female instructor at Sorbonne University, held degrees in chemistry, mathematics, and physics. Thomas Edison held a world record of patents for inventions such as the lightbulb and phonograph. There are many more to choose. It is said that those who do not learn the lessons of history are doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past. Thus, holistic thinking approach to the past is a key to understanding the future.

This section provides some examples of notable persons who have demonstrated leadership in science and technology.