Ts'ai Lun

Ts’ai Lun was an ancient Chinese court official credited with inventing paper around 105 AD. He improved the paper-making process by using plant fibers, such as bark and mulberry leaves, making it more efficient and durable. His innovation revolutionized communication, record-keeping, and education, spreading across Asia and eventually the world. Ts’ai Lun’s contribution is considered one of the most significant advancements in human history, enabling the proliferation of knowledge and culture. His work laid the foundation for the modern paper industry, shaping the way societies document and share information.