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Women’s contributions to science
Muslim women have been making scientific discoveries as early as the time of the Prophet Muhammad. Their deep concern for the welfare of people has motivated them to actively participate in a wide range of fields. . Here are some examples of women who had a significant impact on the development of medicine:

1.      Rufayda al-Aslamiyyah
Also known as the first nurse in Islamic history, Rufayda al-Aslamiyyah led a team of volunteer nurses in the battles of badr, Uhud, Ditch, Khaybar, and other conflicts to take care of the wounded and dying. She further played a role in the development of the first mobile medical units to satisfy the requirements of the community for medical care.

Through assisting her father, Saad Al- Aslamy, Rufayda learnt most of her knowledge. She became a healer after devoting her time to nursing and taking care of the ill. She used to practice her skills in her tent during the battles. The Prophet used to demand that all casualties be sent to her tent as she had high expertise in the field.

The Aga Khan University named the College of Nursing and Midwifery after her in honour of her service. The Rufaida Al Aslamiya Award is given annually by the University of Bahrain to exceptional nurses.

2.      Al-Shifa bint Abdullah
AL-Shifa bint Abdulla was one of the wise women of her time. She worked in public administration and trained in medicine. She was the first Muslim women that taught traditional medical practices .Although her name is Laila, she was given the name "Al-Shifa," or, "the healing," because of her profession as a nurse. . Her method to treat patients was to use a preventative treatment against ant bites. Her method was approved by the prophet, and she was requested to train other women.

Islam and science
Thousands of years ago, Muslims had a huge part with the advancement of science '''A single Muslim cultural space emerged on the enormous expanse of the caliphate, where the sciences of physics, chemistry, philosophy, medicine, and mathematics flourished. The scientific discoveries of people living in the wide territories of the Caliphate, regardless of their nationality or religion, were assimilated into Islamic civilization .''' Almost the majority of misconceptions were all just misconceptions. Islam encourages that men and women are equal. The Islamic Holy Book, The Quran, instructs that Muslims should not just educate their sons, but as well at their daughters. Islam granted women the same rights as males to pursue an education, in contrast to the west where women are denied equal access to education . Islamic history also involves very important women political leaders, who were all known for what they did. However, this does not mean that Muslim countries did not restrict women from advancing in their studies. Many Muslim countries were, and still are big on gender-based discrimination, because they believe it is a part of Islam, which is completely false. Proof of this could be the 750 verses from the Quran which state, "the quest for knowledge and science is obligatory upon every Muslim man and woman".

International society of Muslim women in science
Established in 2010, The international society of Muslim Women in Science (ISMWS), currently occupies 300 members from 31 countries. It’s successful in various fields such as networking, collaborating, linking institutions across borders, and instilling a great excitement in women for contributing to science in many different areas.