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Swami Vivekananda: Swami Vivekananda sought to transcend dogmas, dedicating his life to a mission of awakening humanity, yet he received minimal financial support during his time. His vision gained momentum only after his passing. Despite immense challenges, including skepticism from his own countrymen, he continued his mission to integrate Vedantic spirituality with modern science and global values, inspiring a movement that continues to resonate worldwide.

Swami Dayanand Saraswati: A fearless reformer and founder of the Arya Samaj, Swami Dayanand Saraswati faced intense opposition for challenging idolatry and societal ills like caste discrimination and child marriage. His revolutionary ideas led to hostility and even assassination attempts, yet he remained undeterred in his pursuit of truth. His unwavering dedication reshaped India’s spiritual and social fabric.

Maharshi Kanada: Known as the father of atomic theory, Maharshi Kanada’s groundbreaking insights into matter and the universe were far ahead of their time. Yet, the lack of institutional support and reliance on oral traditions meant that much of his work remained confined to scholarly circles, underappreciated by the world at large. Later, colonial narratives further suppressed the recognition he deserved.

Aryabhata: Aryabhata revolutionized mathematics and astronomy, proposing ideas like the Earth’s rotation on its axis and an accurate approximation of π. However, his contributions often faced skepticism and were not widely understood in his time. Without systems for widespread dissemination, his transformative work remained under-recognized for centuries.

Bhaskaracharya (Bhaskara II): Bhaskaracharya’s unparalleled advancements in calculus, algebra, and planetary motion were overshadowed by the socio-political conditions of medieval India. While his work laid the foundation for modern mathematical sciences, it remained confined to elite scholarly circles, delaying its global impact.

Jagadish Chandra Bose: Bridging ancient Vedic traditions and modern science, Jagadish Chandra Bose’s pioneering research in plant physiology and wireless communication faced significant resistance. He endured racial discrimination and lack of funding, but his dedication to uncovering universal truths pushed scientific boundaries and inspired generations.

Nikola Tesla: A visionary inventor who revolutionized the world with his work on alternating current (AC) electricity, wireless communication, and numerous other technologies. Despite his groundbreaking ideas, Tesla struggled financially and received little support during his lifetime. Many of his projects were shelved due to a lack of funding or resistance from the scientific and industrial community of his time.

Srinivasa Ramanujan: A self-taught Indian mathematician who made extraordinary contributions to mathematical analysis, number theory, and continued fractions. Despite his talent, Ramanujan faced significant financial hardships and skepticism from the academic community. It was only through the support of G.H. Hardy that his work gained international recognition, but this came late in his short life.

Alan Turing: Known as the father of modern computer science, Turing's work on algorithms and artificial intelligence laid the foundation for computing. However, his groundbreaking contributions went unrecognized during his lifetime due to societal prejudices and his personal struggles, including his persecution for being gay, which ultimately led to his tragic demise.

Rosalind Franklin: A brilliant scientist whose work with X-ray crystallography was critical in discovering the structure of DNA. Despite her key contributions, Franklin was overshadowed by her male colleagues, and her efforts were not fully acknowledged until years after her death.

Gregor Mendel: Often referred to as the father of genetics, Mendel's groundbreaking experiments with pea plants laid the foundation for modern genetics. However, his work went largely unrecognized during his lifetime, and it was only decades after his death that the significance of his findings was understood.

Hypatia of Alexandria: A philosopher, mathematician, and astronomer in ancient Egypt, Hypatia was an early advocate for science and learning. Despite her contributions, she faced political and religious opposition, which led to her tragic death and the loss of many of her works.

Mary Anning: A pioneering paleontologist whose fossil discoveries were critical to understanding prehistoric life. Despite her contributions, Anning faced significant barriers due to her gender and social class, and her work was often attributed to male scientists of her time.

Percy Julian: An African-American chemist who overcame racial barriers to make significant advancements in the synthesis of medicinal compounds. Despite his contributions to science, Julian faced prejudice and a lack of institutional support throughout his career.

Tim Berners-Lee: The inventor of the World Wide Web, Berners-Lee created a revolutionary system that changed the world. However, during its inception, the magnitude of his contribution was not immediately recognized, and he received minimal financial backing for his invention.

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