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  • Scottish Enlightenment [r]: A period in 18th century Scotland characterized by a great outpouring of intellectual and scientific accomplishments. [e]
  • Edinburgh [r]: The capital of Scotland. [e]
  • Edinburgh University [r]: Founded in 1582, one of the leading academic institutions in the UK. [e]


Other related topics

  • David Hume [r]: (1711—1776) Scottish philosopher, economist, and historian. [e]
  • Thomas Reid [r]: Scottish philosopher (1710-1796), one of the leading figures of the Scottish Enlightenment, best known as the founder of the "school of common sense". [e]
  • James Beattie [r]: (1753-1803) Scottish philosopher and poet. [e]
  • Andrew Duncan [r]: (1744- 1877) Scottish medical reformer, best known for his humane treatment of the mentally ill. [e]
  • John Gregory [r]: (1724–1773) Scottish physician who made major contributions to the field of medical ethics. [e]
  • James Lind [r]: (1716–1794) Scottish physician and pioneer of naval hygiene, whose recommendation that fresh citrus fruit and lemon juice be added to the diet of sailors saw scurvy eliminated from the British Navy. [e]