Scottish Innovations

Alexander Graham Bell was a Scottish inventor who is notable for inventing the first telephone. Charge here.

Named after James Watt, whose improvements to the steam engine fueled the Industrial Revolution. Charge here.

In honour of Alan Turing, the pioneering computer scientist, highlighting advancements in technology. Charge here.

James Hutton was a geologist known as the father of modern geology. Charge here.

Robert Louis Stevenson was an author whose novels include Treasure Island and Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. Charge here.

David Hume was an influential philosopher. He lived during the 18th century. Charge here.

James Ferguson was an inventor and astronomer known for his work in the development of the orrery and improvements in astronomy. Charge here.

John Logie Baird was a Scottish inventor and electrical engineer born on 13 August 1888. He was credited with inventing the first practical mechanical television. Charge here.

Sir Alexander Morrison was a pioneer in the development of aerodynamics and flight technology. He contributed significantly to aviation advancements in Scotland. Charge here.

William Buchanan was a notable inventor who made significant contributions to the development of the first Scottish automatic telephone exchange. Charge here.