The past is the past. No use complaining about it. The Americas were also raped by European colonialism but it makes no sese to dwell in it. Work towards the future.
But remember that America has overcome and far surpassed its conquerors, so it's not a fair comparison. Once you reach that point, your troubled history becomes a strength.
Don't get me wrong, though. Go to mosque if you want to, read the Qur'an if this is your thing. Just, for the sake of humanity, please keep it separate from your scientific work. Thanks!
I never said I'm going to mix circuit design with Islam. I will follow Islam, and I will make it my goal to further Islam and its status through my contributions to whatever field I'm working in.
Even in the western world, I am not aware of a single example where a religious community is funding research without taking influence and without using it to advance their own goals. There surely is no shortage in dubious research institutes funded by christian sects or even more moderate entities.
There is little disagreement in the scientific community about keeping science separate from religion and preferrably even the state.