British mathematicians by century

British mathematicians have made significant contributions to the field throughout various centuries. Below are some notable mathematicians organized by century: ### 17th Century - **William Oughtred (1574–1660)**: Known for inventing the slide rule and for his work in the development of mathematical notation. - **John Wallis (1616–1703)**: A key figure in the development of calculus and the introduction of the concept of infinity.