Nicolaus I Bernoulli
Swiss mathematician and theorist
Born
October 21st, 1687
337 years ago
Died
November 29th, 1759
265 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Switzerland
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Born in 1687 in Switzerland, an influential mathematician contributed to various fields including probability theory and calculus. Engaged with the Bernoulli family legacy, collaborated with contemporaries and expanded mathematical understanding during the 18th century. Played a significant role in developing new mathematical methods and enhancing the applications of calculus in practical problems.
Contributed to probability theory
Worked on calculus applications
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