Category:Chemistry

Ancient Indian Chemistry is receiving attention in the past decade as more researchers are exploring Indian texts to understand the knowledge given by our ancient sages, most notably, Maharshi Kanada. Ancient Indian scientists such as Acharya Sushruta and Charaka, Varahamihira, elaborated on scientific principles of Chemistry long before it the advent of modern sciences. Rasayana shastra, the term for modern Chemistry was well explored by the Acharyas in Ayurveda, as metals or dhatus are foundational for understanding human physiology as well as medicinal chemistry.