Sylvestre François Lacroix
French mathematician and academic
Born
April 28th, 1765
260 years ago
Died
May 24th, 1843
182 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
France
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Contributions to mathematics include significant advancements in calculus and differential equations. Published influential textbooks that were widely used in academia. Served as a professor at the University of Paris, greatly influencing the education of future mathematicians. Engaged in the development of mathematical notation and analysis techniques relevant to his era.
Authored 'Traité du Calcul Différentiel'
Contributed to 'Traité du Calcul Intégral'
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