History of Math and Technology
A blog covering the history of STEM and how we got to where we are.
Lagrange’s Impact on the History of Mathematics and Science Joseph-Louis Lagrange (1736–1813) is widely regarded as one of the greatest mathematicians in history. He made groundbreaking contributions to various fields, including mechanics, algebra, calculus, and number theory. His work laid the foundations for much of modern mathematics and profoundly influenced subsequent generations of mathematicians and …
Carl Friedrich Gauss: The Prince of Mathematicians Carl Friedrich Gauss (1777–1855) is often regarded as one of the greatest mathematicians of all time. His groundbreaking work in various fields of mathematics, astronomy, and physics earned him the title “Prince of Mathematicians.” Gauss’s contributions spanned number theory, algebra, geometry, probability theory, and applied sciences, and his …
The Contributions of Adrien-Marie Legendre Adrien-Marie Legendre (1752-1833) was a French mathematician who made significant contributions to a wide range of mathematical fields, including number theory, geometry, algebra, and statistics. He was one of the most prominent figures in the mathematical community during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and his work laid the …
Celebrating Ada Lovelace: The Enchantress of Numbers and Her Enduring Legacy in Math and Science Ada Lovelace, born Augusta Ada Byron on December 10, 1815, in London, England, is celebrated as a pioneering figure in the history of computing. She is often considered the world’s first computer programmer, thanks to her visionary work on Charles …
Bridging the Mathematical Abyss In the realm of Irish mathematics, the name George Salmon stands as a beacon of intellectual rigor and scholarly dedication. Born on September 25, 1819, in Dublin, Salmon’s contributions to mathematics traversed both the theoretical and pedagogical domains. Early Life and Academic Prowess George Salmon’s early academic promise hinted at the …
Unveiling the Legacy of Alicia Boole Stott: A Mathematician Ahead of Her Time In the annals of mathematical history, certain luminaries stand out not just for their contributions but also for the barriers they shattered and the paths they paved. Alicia Boole Stott, a remarkable mathematician whose name might not be as familiar as some …
Pioneering Waves in Mathematics and Physics In the realm of mathematics and physics, the name Sir George Stokes, 1st Baronet, shines brightly as a beacon of intellectual prowess and innovation. Born on August 13, 1819, in Skreen, County Sligo, Ireland, Stokes made profound contributions to fluid dynamics, optics, and mathematical physics during a time of …