A number of amazing inventions have been dreamt up here in Scotland and changed the world forever.
You may have recently seen the current viral video that shows you the list of things invented by Scots in comparison to the rest of the world and it is simply mind-blowing. These 12 inventors are some of the most creative minds in the world, never mind just Scotland. Quite simply these individuals have left a mark on the world few others have thanks to their genius ideas.
From medicine to entertainment all the way through to transport – these Scots have came up with ideas that have left an imprint of the world few others have.
Here is the list of the top 12 inventions and their inventors from Scotland.
5. Disposable contact lens, invented by Ron Hamilton
The disposable contract lens was designed by Scottish born Ron Hamilton in 1995 and helped change the lives of millions who suffer with impairment with their vision. Perhaps even more interestingly, he developed the design using a makeshift laboratory in his back garden. Photo: Takashi Aoyama
6. The kaleidoscope, invented by Sir David Brewster
The kaleidoscope was born from the mind of Sir David Brewster, who was born in Jedburgh. The invention landed in children's toy sets for over 200 years and was designed in 1816. Photo: Hulton Archive
7. The flushing toilet, invented by Alexander Cumming
While flushing toilets existed for hundreds of years, it was the ‘S bend’ which was invented by Alexander Cumming in 1755 - an invention still used today. Photo: -
8. The Streamboat, invented by William Symington
Scottish engineer and inventor William Symington was the builder of the first practical steamboat, the Charlotte Dundas. A model of the design is in the photo above. Photo: Hulton Archive