The Development of Medicine in Central Asia During the Renaissance
Nilufar Sh. Niyozova
2023
Abstract
During the Renaissance, Central Asia played a pivotal role in the exchange, synthesis, and advancement of medical knowledge and practices. This article examines the development of medicine in Central Asia during this transformative period, highlighting the region's rich tapestry of influences, innovations, and cross-cultural exchanges. Central Asia's strategic position as a crossroads of civilizations facilitated the convergence of diverse medical traditions from ancient Greece, India, Persia, and China, leading to the development of a multifaceted medical landscape. Scholars and physicians in Central Asia translated and disseminated classical medical texts, thereby expanding the accessibility of medical knowledge and contributing to the region's reputation as a centre of learning and innovation. The synthesis of medical traditions, coupled with the exchange of botanical knowledge and medicinal substances, enriched Central Asia's pharmacological practices and botanical expertise, leading to the introduction of new plants and remedies. Furthermore, the Renaissance in Central Asia witnessed the flourishing of holistic and interdisciplinary approaches to healthcare, reflecting the region's deep-seated belief in the interconnectedness of the human body, nature, and the cosmos.
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Niyozova N. (2023). The Development of Medicine in Central Asia During the Renaissance. In Proceedings of the 2nd Pamir Transboundary Conference for Sustainable Societies - Volume 1: PAMIR-2; ISBN 978-989-758-723-8, SciTePress, pages 638-641. DOI: 10.5220/0012908400003882
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@conference{pamir-223,
author={Nilufar Niyozova},
title={The Development of Medicine in Central Asia During the Renaissance},
booktitle={Proceedings of the 2nd Pamir Transboundary Conference for Sustainable Societies - Volume 1: PAMIR-2},
year={2023},
pages={638-641},
publisher={SciTePress},
organization={INSTICC},
doi={10.5220/0012908400003882},
isbn={978-989-758-723-8},
}
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TY - CONF
JO - Proceedings of the 2nd Pamir Transboundary Conference for Sustainable Societies - Volume 1: PAMIR-2
TI - The Development of Medicine in Central Asia During the Renaissance
SN - 978-989-758-723-8
AU - Niyozova N.
PY - 2023
SP - 638
EP - 641
DO - 10.5220/0012908400003882
PB - SciTePress