Supplies an overview of mathematics as practiced by the ancient Egyptians. Includes a history of "zero" and a guide to Egyptian numerals.
Divulges insights into the mining capabilities of early Egyptians. Findings stem from archaeological surveys in Bir Umm Fawakhir
Describes research into Egyptian fractions and their representation as sums of unit fractions. Provides algorithms for Egyptian fractions.
Lists a wide array of resource links pertaining to medicinal practices of early Egyptian times. Gain access to papers, articles, and pictures.
Article found in Plumbing and Mechanical Magazine examines the innovations in transporting water in ancient Egypt.
Describes the mathematic problems discovered on the Rhind and Moscow Papyrus from the time of King Narmer. Provides related links.
Reviews the famed Edwin Smith papyrus describing parasitic diseases, bacterial infections and deformities known in Ancient Egypt.
Features brief assessments of medicine represented in the Smith and Ebers papyrus. Also explores Egyptian conceptions of anatomy.
Edward J. Kunkel, a Giza researcher, reveals that the Great Pyramid was built to function as a water pump. Conveys a method of construction.
Describes Egyptian calculations utilizing integers and unit fractions, and offers suggestions on how unary fractions can be helpful.