Anil Kumar Bhattacharya 1970-01-01
Freeman Dyson 1970-01-01
Freeman Dyson (1923-2020) was a renowned theoretical physicist and mathematician whose work spanned several areas, including quantum mechanics, nuclear engineering, and mathematics. He is perhaps best known for his contributions to quantum electrodynamics (QED), which earned him significant acclaim in the field of physics.
Giovanni Domenico Cassini 1970-01-01
Giovanni Domenico Cassini (1625–1712) was an Italian mathematician, engineer, astronomer, and astrologer known for his extensive work in the fields of astronomy and mathematics. He is perhaps best known for his contributions to the study of Saturn, where he discovered several of its moons and the division in its rings, now known as the Cassini Division.
Guo Shoujing 1970-01-01
Guo Shoujing (1231–1316) was a prominent Chinese astronomer, engineer, and hydrologist during the Yuan Dynasty. He is best known for his work in advancing astronomical observation and developing more accurate calendars. Guo played a crucial role in the construction of large astronomical instruments, including the armillary sphere, and improved the accuracy of measurements for time and celestial events.
Heinz Rutishauser 1970-01-01
Heinz Rutishauser refers to a notable Swiss mathematician known for his contributions to mathematical logic and computational theory, particularly in the areas of recursive functions and general recursive mathematics. He is best recognized for his work on algorithms and computability during the mid-20th century.
Tom Lehrer 1970-01-01
Tom Lehrer is an American singer-songwriter, pianist, and mathematical scientist, known for his satirical and humorous songs. He gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s for his witty lyrics, which often addressed social and political issues, presenting them in a comedic light.
Xu Guangqi 1970-01-01
Xu Guangqi (1562–1633) was a notable Chinese scholar, politician, and scientist during the late Ming Dynasty. He is best known for his contributions to the introduction of Western science and technology in China. Xu was a key figure in the Ming Dynasty's efforts to assimilate Western knowledge, particularly through his collaboration with the Italian Jesuit missionary Matteo Ricci. Xu Guangqi was particularly interested in agricultural science and is credited with promoting the adoption of new agricultural techniques and tools.
Zhang Heng 1970-01-01
Zhang Heng (78–139 AD) was a prominent Chinese polymath during the Eastern Han Dynasty, known for his contributions to the fields of astronomy, mathematics, engineering, and literature. He is particularly famous for several achievements: 1. **Seismology**: Zhang Heng invented the first known seismoscope, called the "Houfeng Didong Yi," around 132 AD. This device could detect the direction of an earthquake and was significant in the study of seismic activity.
Zu Chongzhi 1970-01-01
Zu Chongzhi was a Chinese mathematician and astronomer who lived during the Northern and Southern dynasties period (circa 429–500 AD). He is best known for his work in mathematics, particularly for his calculation of the value of π (pi). Zu Chongzhi calculated π to be approximately 3.1415926, which was remarkably accurate for his time and remained the most precise approximation for over a thousand years.