History of Math and Technology
A blog covering the history of STEM and how we got to where we are.
Revised: September, 2024. Georg Cantor is a name that resonates deeply in the world of mathematics, not only because of his revolutionary work in set theory but also because of the philosophical implications his discoveries had on the concept of infinity. Born in 1845 in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Cantor grew up in a time when …
In the pantheon of scientific giants, Alan Turing holds a special place—not just for what he achieved during his short life, but for how profoundly he transformed the world that followed. From laying the theoretical foundations of computer science to playing a pivotal role in the Allied victory in World War II, Turing’s legacy stretches …