Christopher Clavius
Mathematician and astronomer, calendars
Born
March 25th, 1538
487 years ago
Died
February 6th, 1612
413 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A prominent mathematician and astronomer contributed significantly to the development of the Gregorian calendar. Worked extensively on mathematical education and published influential textbooks in mathematics. Served as a professor at the Collegio Romano, where the curriculum emphasized mathematics and astronomy. His writings helped shape the understanding of mathematics in Europe during the late 16th and early 17th centuries.
Developed the Gregorian calendar in 1582
Published 'In febri quam exprimit exomaanum' in 1606
Contributed to the fields of geometry and astronomy
Served as a professor at the Collegio Romano
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