Listed below are the influential scientists who shaped our world:
- Isaac Newton (January 4, 1643 – March 31, 1727)
- Born in Woolsthorpe, England.
- Known as the English polymath.
- Studied at the University of Cambridge's Trinity College.
- Newton's three laws of motion are fundamental to classical mechanics.
- Formulated the law of universal gravitation.
- Profound impact on mathematics and science due to his work on calculus.
- Designed the first practical reflecting telescope, the Newtonian telescope.
- Deeply involved in alchemy and theological studies.
- Revolutionizing our understanding of the physical world.
- Because of his legacy in scientific research, he is considered one of the greatest scientists in history.
- Died in Kensington, London, United Kingdom.
- Albert Einstein (March 14, 1879 – April 18, 1955)
- Born in Ulm, Germany.
- Known as a German theoretical physicist.
- Famous for the theory of relativity (E=mc²).
- Revolutionizing our understanding of space, time, and energy.
- Awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921 for his extraordinary scientific contributions.
- Widely popular as a symbol of scientific genius and an iconic image for his distinctive hairstyle and demeanor.
- Died in Princeton, New Jersey, United States.
- Galileo Galilei (February 15, 1564 – January 8, 1642)
- Born in Pisa, Italy.
- Known as an Italian scientist.
- Focused on mathematics and natural philosophy.
- Pioneered the use of telescopes for astronomical observations.
- Discovered the four largest moons of Jupiter, the Galilean moons.
- Observed phases of Venus and lunar craters.
- Conducted experiments on the motion of falling objects.
- As the principle of inertia, laid the foundation for classical mechanics.
- Contributed to the development of the scientific method.
- Known as the "Father of Modern Science" for his groundbreaking work and advocacy of empirical research.
- Died in Arcetri, Italy.
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