Lunar Formations and Astronomers from Muslim Civilisation by Salim Al-Hassani - 1001 Book Chief Editor

https://muslimheritage.com/lunar-formations/ The article highlights how several lunar formations are named after prominent astronomers from the Muslim civilisation, acknowledging their significant contributions to the field of astronomy. First initiated in the 17th century by Jesuit scholar Riccioli and later formalized by the International Astronomical Union in 1935, these names honor figures such as Ibn al-Haytham, Al-Farghani, Al-Battani, Al-Zarqali, and others. Their pioneering work in optics, celestial measurements, and star catalogues had a lasting impact on both Islamic and European scientific traditions, reflecting the deep historical connection between scholars from the Muslim civilisation and the development of astronomy.