Of course the ancient world's Einstein went by a nickname you'd give a barn pet.
We Finally Know The Name of a Revered Maya Astronomer-Mathematician: Sak Tahn Waax
Researchers have identified the name of a Maya astronomer-mathematician from a carved stone monument. Sak Tahn Waax, meaning 'white-chested fox,' lived around 500–600 CE and was a respected scholar in the Maya city of Xultún. The discovery sheds light on how the Maya recorded and honored their intellectuals.
Source: We Finally Know The Name of a Revered Maya Astronomer-Mathematician: Sak Tahn Waax — ScienceAlert
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