Christian Kramp
Mathematician, developed Kramp's formula
Born
July 8th, 1760
264 years ago
Died
1826
199 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Contributions to mathematics primarily involved the study of combinatorics and analytic geometry. Developed the Kramp's formula, a mathematical tool used for calculating determinants. Served as a professor of mathematics at the University of Strasbourg, influencing many students in the field. Active in mathematical societies and contributed to the promotion of mathematical studies across Europe.
Developed Kramp's formula
Contributed to combinatorics
Influenced mathematical education at University of Strasbourg
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