Nonprofit · Established 2001
Preserving a shared intellectual legacy
Inspiring curiosity, learning, and innovation for the future. IMPMS shares the intellectual, scientific, and cultural contributions of Muslim scholars with broad audiences through education, public engagement, and community partnerships.
2001
Founded
501(c)(3)
Nonprofit since 2012
1,000+
Years of discovery shared
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Our Purpose
Connecting the past to the present
Founded in 2001, IMPMS increases awareness of the achievements of Muslim scholars in science, medicine, mathematics, philosophy, literature, and the arts. By highlighting this shared heritage, we promote mutual respect, strengthen intercultural understanding, and encourage young people to imagine themselves as future innovators and scholars.
Preserve
Documenting the achievements of medieval scholars and scientists whose work shaped the modern world.
Connect
Building mutual understanding and respect between people of all faiths and cultures.
Inspire
Mentoring young innovators to identify real problems and engineer patentable STEM solutions.
DiscoverSTEM Collaboration
Creating the innovators of tomorrow
Since 2018, IMPMS has partnered with DiscoverSTEM to help young students build critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Students learn from past innovators, identify the world's challenges, and design patentable solutions — preparing them for admission to leading universities.
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