Joachim Jungius
German mathematician and philosopher
Born
October 22nd, 1587
438 years ago
Died
1657
368 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Contributed significantly to mathematics and philosophy during the early 17th century. Worked primarily in the areas of logic and the foundations of mathematics. His writings often explored the relationship between mathematics and metaphysics, seeking to clarify the principles underlying mathematical concepts. Played a key role in the development of the notion of abstract mathematics and its relevance to other fields of study. Influenced later thinkers and mathematicians with his ideas on the epistemology of mathematics.
Published works on logic and mathematics
Developed concepts of abstract mathematics
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