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ljwrites@writeout.ink ("L.J., romantic toiler") wrote:
For the first time, researchers have identified an ancient #Maya mathematician by name after decoding a painted wall text from the archaeological site of Xultun in northeastern #Guatemala. The finding links a mathematical formula to an individual named Sak Tahn Waax, giving historians the first direct evidence of a Classic Maya scholar claiming credit for scientific work.
– Dario Radley, First named Maya mathematician identified from 1,200-year-old wall inscription in Guatemala https://archaeologymag.com/2026/07/first-named-maya-mathematician-guatemala/