Statements (47)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Mathematician
gptkb:observatory |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Portuguese_Renaissance
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:University_of_Coimbra
gptkb:Mathematical_Society_of_Portugal gptkb:Royal_Academy_of_Sciences_of_Portugal Renaissance humanism Scientific revolution |
| gptkbp:birth_date |
1502
|
| gptkbp:birth_place |
gptkb:Lisbon
|
| gptkbp:born |
gptkb:Portugal
|
| gptkbp:contribution |
Developed the use of the astrolabe
Improved navigational techniques Introduced new mathematical concepts Pioneered the study of spherical trigonometry |
| gptkbp:death_date |
1578
|
| gptkbp:died_in |
gptkb:Coimbra
|
| gptkbp:field |
gptkb:Mathematician
gptkb:observatory |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Pedro Nunes
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
Modern astronomy
Modern mathematics Navigation practices Development of cartography Mathematics in Portugal Navigation techniques in the Age of Discovery Scientific thought in the Renaissance |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Ptolemy
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
Mathematical analysis
Astronomical observations Mathematical instruments Contributions to navigation Geometric studies |
| gptkbp:legacy |
Influence on future mathematicians
Contribution to the scientific method Promotion of education in mathematics Advancement of astronomical knowledge Impact on navigation and exploration |
| gptkbp:nationality |
gptkb:language
|
| gptkbp:notable_alumni |
gptkb:Francisco_de_Holanda
gptkb:André_de_Gouveia |
| gptkbp:occupation |
gptkb:Mathematician
gptkb:observatory |
| gptkbp:place_of_death |
gptkb:Coimbra
|
| gptkbp:wrote |
De Ludo Globi
Tratado da Sphera |