Properties (44)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
Mathematician
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| gptkbp:almaMater |
gptkb:University_of_Oxford
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| gptkbp:associatedWith |
gptkb:Royal_Society
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| gptkbp:birthDate |
1602
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| gptkbp:contribution |
Investigated the properties of light
Authored texts on mathematical principles Contributed to the field of cartography Developed techniques for surveying Examined the use of instruments in navigation Explored the relationship between mathematics and astronomy Pioneered studies in geodesy Published works on the use of theodolites Research on the measurement of meridian arcs Worked on the development of mathematical models Influenced future generations of mathematicians and astronomers Engaged in discussions on the nature of the universe Participated in the scientific community of his time Improved_methods_of_measuring_distances_on_Earth Studies_on_the_shape_of_the_Earth Contributions_to_the_understanding_of_the_Earth's_curvature |
| gptkbp:deathDate |
1652
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| gptkbp:field |
Astronomy
Engineering Mathematics |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
John Greaves
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| gptkbp:influencedBy |
gptkb:Johannes_Kepler
gptkb:Tycho_Brahe gptkb:Galileo_Galilei |
| gptkbp:knownFor |
Geodesy
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| gptkbp:legacy |
Remembered for his contributions to mathematics and astronomy
His methodologies are still in use today Recognized as a pioneer in geodesy His research laid groundwork for future explorations in geodesy. His works are referenced in modern scientific literature |
| gptkbp:nationality |
English
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| gptkbp:notableWork |
Pantometria
The_History_of_the_Earth |
| gptkbp:occupation |
Astronomer
Mathematician Writer |
| gptkbp:researchField |
Optics
Astronomical Instruments Mathematical Geography |
| gptkbp:residence |
gptkb:London
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