The ancient civilization that had a significant impact on the scientific advancements of the Renaissance was the Greeks, particularly through the works of philosophers and mathematicians like Aristotle, Plato, and Euclid. Their contributions in mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy laid the foundation for various scientific disciplines. The revival of interest in classical knowledge, known as humanism, during the Renaissance spurred a resurgence in the study of these ancient texts. Scholars translated and built upon Greek ideas, which led to groundbreaking advancements in the sciences, ultimately paving the way for the scientific revolution and modern scientific inquiry.