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Jacob Bernoulli: Pioneer in Mathematics and Philosophy

Explore the life and achievements of Jacob Bernoulli, a renowned mathematician and philosopher from Basel. Born in 1654, he made significant contributions to mathematics and taught experimental philosophy at Basel. Learn more about his works and impact in "The Art of Conjecturing." Discover the story of the Bernoulli brothers and their contributions to calculus.

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Jacob Bernoulli: Pioneer in Mathematics and Philosophy

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  1. Jacob Bernoulli 1654 - 1705 • The only image before 1700 • Painted by his younger brother Nicholas, 1662 – 1716. • In the Alta Aula, Basel

  2. Where is Basel?

  3. Jacob Bernoulli’s Life • Born, Basel 1654, 5th child • MA, philosophy, 1671 at University of Basel (founded 1460) • Licentiate in theology, 1676 • Traveled to Geneva, Paris, England, Netherlands • 1683 back to Basel. Taught experimental philosophy • 1687 Professor of Mathematics at Basel • Died 1705

  4. The Art of Conjecturing, just appeared in English translation, edited by Edith Sylla.

  5. More Information –The Bernoulli Brothers and the Calculus V. Frederick Rickey USMA, West Point

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