Leonardo da Vinci was born in the city of Vinci on April 15, 1452, and died at the age of 67. He was a painter, sculptor, engineer, architect, physicist, biologist, philosopher, geometer, botanist, fashion designer, cartographer, inventor of parlor games and kitchen utensils, as well as a metalworker and urban planner, among many other pursuits.

The life of Leonardo da Vinci served as a foundation and source of inspiration for the founders of the project, with particular emphasis on aspects such as the universal recognition of the Da Vinci name, innovation (as he was a man far ahead of his time), the far-reaching impact of his work (since his contributions enriched areas of human and social development), and the integration of knowledge.