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James Gregory

James Gregory (1638–1675) was a mathematician, astronomer and inventor.

Also recorded as James Gregorie; Gregorie; James Gregory the Elder.

Overview

Recorded at birth as James Gregorie.

Born at The Manse, Drumoak Kirk, Drumoak in 1638, died at Edinburgh in 1675.

In detail

James Gregory studied at University of St Andrews, University of Padua and University of Aberdeen. training under Stefano degli Angeli is recorded. the recorded working language is Latin.

The field of work recorded is mathematics and astronomy. Henry Briggs is recorded as an influence.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Scotland. Employment is recorded with University of St Andrews and University of Edinburgh. Positions recorded include Regius Professor of Mathematics. Membership is recorded of Royal Society.

Works named in the authority record are Optica Promota, Vera Circuli et Hyperbolae Quadratura, Geometriae Pars Universalis, Gregory's series, Gregorian telescope and Gregory coefficients.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Royal Society.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “James Gregory (mathematician)”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q313906: James Gregory

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