Michel Chasles
French mathematician and academic
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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Filipino singer and musician
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American rapper, songwriter, producer
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November 15th, 1988 37 years ago
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November 15th, 1995 30 years ago
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November 15th, 1992 33 years ago
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1969 56 years ago
Died
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October 21st, 1944 81 years ago
Died
December 18th, 2014 11 years ago — 70 years old
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1025 1000 years ago
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August 25th, 1744 281 years ago
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