Pakistani nuclear scientist Abdul Qadeer Khan.

The release of the Pakistani nuclear scientist AQ Khan from prison has prompted concern from the United States that he might again begin trading nuclear know-how and technology.

Khan was first questioned by Pakistani authorities after making deals with countries like North Korea, Libya, China and Iran.

Now allegations have surfaced that the Pakistani government sanctioned his work.

Khan was arrested in Pakistan in 2003 for trading nuclear secrets and technology to countries like North Korea and Iran.

In the UK’s Sunday Times, Washington-based analyst and journalist Simon Henderson has published sections of a letter written by Khan prior to his arrest.

“The letter is a statement to his wife, of what he did and under who’s instructions did he do it. And it is quite clear that everything that he did was with the approval and indeed at the instruction of successive Pakistani governments,” said Henderson.

Leonard Spector, Washington Director of the Monterey Institute, Centre for Non-Proliferation Studies, said this new evidence needed to be interpreted in context. (more…)

‘Sultans of science’ is an ongoing exhibition on inventions and discoveries by Muslim scientists being held in Canada, and aims to highlight the Muslim civilization’s contribution to science.
Held at the TELUS World of Science Center from May 19 to Sept. 7, the exhibition – brought to life through more than 40 magnificent interactive exhibits and giant functional replicas that uses cutting-edge technology to recreate the ingenuity of a golden age – is being enjoyed by visitors of all ages and backgrounds.
The exhibition celebrates the contribution of Arab and Muslim scholars to science and technology during the first Golden Age of the Islamic World (700-1700 CE) and the influence of their discoveries and inventions on contemporary society. It covers Arab and Muslim scientific endeavors in architecture, the arts, astronomy, engineering, exploration, flight, mathematics, medicine, instrument making, fine and utilitarian technology and optics researched and manufactured by MTE Studios.
MTE Studios is a specialized consultancy firm focused on themed architecture and interactive learning experiences. The firm claims that it “designs, prototypes and manufactures inspiring interactive exhibits for science centers, museums, shopping malls and corporate environments.”
“Sultans of Science’ is a unique exhibition, which not only provides visitors with insight and the rediscovery of missing history, but also sends a powerful and positive message to the world about the way we evaluate history, bridge cultural gaps and realize the need to embrace multi-cultural knowledge,” said Ludo Verheyen, the CEO of MTE Studio’s in an email message to Saudi Gazette.
This is the second time the inventions and discoveries of Muslim scientists has been put on display in Canada. “The exhibition drew record crowds at the Ontario Science Center, hence leading to increased interest in the exhibition by other Science Centers in North America. The exhibition is at the venue for 3 months and travels to another North American venue thereafter,” Verheyen explained.
The ‘traveling exhibition’ has already been to the Cape Town Science Center in South Africa, the Liberty Science Center in New Jersey and the Ontario Science Center. (more…)

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