Martin Folkes
Mathematician and astronomer from England
Born
October 29th, 1690
334 years ago
Died
1754
271 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
England
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Born in 1690, this mathematician and astronomer made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy. Folkes served as the president of the Royal Society from 1752 until his death in 1754. He published works that advanced the understanding of geometry and contributed to discussions on the nature of celestial bodies. His leadership at the Royal Society helped foster scientific inquiry during the 18th century.
Presidency of the Royal Society
Contributions to geometry and astronomy
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