Michel Chasles

French mathematician and academic

Michel Chasles - Scientists & Innovators born November 15th, 1793
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Contributed significantly to geometry and projective geometry. Developed Chasles' theorem, which relates to the properties of motion and the geometry of rigid bodies. Held a professorship at the Collège de France and published various works in mathematics. Participated actively in the mathematical community of the 19th century, influencing future generations of mathematicians.

Developed Chasles' theorem

Contributed to projective geometry

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