Always Has Been: Chapter 1: Founding of the Académie des Sciences in Paris, 1668

In 1668, the Académie des Sciences was founded in Paris by King Louis XIV, marking a transformative moment in scientific progress. This institution gathered leading thinkers focused on advancing science, encouraging collaborative exploration and groundbreaking discoveries in mathematics, physics, and biology. The Académie's creation set a precedent for future scientific societies, promoting global knowledge exchange and innovation. Its legacy endures in its influence on scholarly traditions worldwide.