History of Math and Technology
A blog covering the history of STEM and how we got to where we are.
Eratosthenes of Cyrene (circa 276 BCE–194 BCE) stands as one of the greatest minds of ancient Greece, making monumental contributions to mathematics, geography, astronomy, and more. Known for his innovative thinking and interdisciplinary approach, Eratosthenes earned the title of Pentathlos—a champion of many intellectual disciplines. As the chief librarian of the famed Library of Alexandria, …
Maurolico: A Renaissance Polymath Francesco Maurolico (1494–1575) was an Italian mathematician, astronomer, and polymath whose contributions to mathematics and science spanned numerous fields. Living during the Renaissance, a time of rediscovery and innovation, Maurolico bridged the gap between ancient knowledge and modern scientific thought. Through his critical editions of classical texts, innovative methods, and original …
Joseph Fourier, a French mathematician and physicist, profoundly influenced the fields of mathematics, science, and engineering. Best known for his development of Fourier analysis and the study of heat transfer, Fourier’s work laid the foundation for modern signal processing, thermodynamics, and even quantum mechanics. His innovative ideas continue to shape numerous disciplines, from mathematics to …