Achilles Gasser
Physician and astrologer, wrote 'Astrologia'
Born
November 3rd, 1505
519 years ago
Died
1577
448 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A physician and astrologer, contributed to medical and astrological literature during the Renaissance period. Gasser wrote 'Astrologia', which combined astrological concepts with medical ideas. His work influenced the understanding of astrology and its application in medicine. Active in the 16th century, he practiced in Germany and participated in the intellectual currents of his time, merging health practices with astrological insights.
Authored 'Astrologia'
Influenced the practice of astrology in medicine
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