Antoine Deparcieux
Mathematician and engineer
Born
October 28th, 1703
321 years ago
Died
September 2nd, 1768
256 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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Contributions included work in probability, geometry, and the study of demographics. Developed methods for life tables, enhancing understanding of mortality rates and demographic trends. His explorations influenced future statistical methods, particularly in actuarial science. Served as a professor at the Collège Royal and published significant mathematical papers.
Developed influential life tables
Contributed to demographic studies
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