Federico Cesi
Italian Cardinal and Naturalist
Born
July 2nd, 1500
525 years ago
Died
1565
460 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Born in 1500, a prominent cardinal in the Catholic Church. Actively involved in the religious and intellectual movements of the time. Founded the Accademia dei Lincei, which became one of the first scientific academies in Europe. Played a crucial role in fostering the study of nature and science during the Renaissance.
Founded the Accademia dei Lincei
Contributed to the early development of scientific thought
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