Pietro Cataldi

Italian mathematician and astronomer

Pietro Cataldi - Italian mathematician and astronomer
Born

April 15th, 1552
472 years ago

Died

February 11th, 1626
399 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Italy

Links & References

Contributed to mathematics and astronomy during the Renaissance. Developed the theory of proportionality and made advancements in astronomical calculations. Emphasized the importance of geometrical principles in mathematical study. Published significant works that influenced later scholars in the field of mathematics.

Developed theories on proportions

Published astronomical calculations

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