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Isaac Newton

English polymath and key figure in Scientific Revolution

Sir Isaac Newton was an English polymath known for his work in mathematics, physics, astronomy, and more. His book Principia established classical mechanics. Newton also made significant contributions to optics and calculus. He is considered one of the greatest scientists in history.

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Timeline

Isaac Newton, the English mathematician and physicist who formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation, was born in 1642.

Birth of Isaac Newton

Isaac Newton was born on January 4, 1642. He was a renowned mathematician, physicist, and astronomer who is widely recognized for his laws of motion and universal gravitation.

Birth of Isaac Newton

Isaac Newton was born on December 25, 1642 (January 4, 1643, New Style).

Isaac Newton's Birth

Isaac Newton, an English mathematician, physicist, and astronomer, was born in 1643. He is widely recognized for his laws of motion and universal gravitation.

Isaac Newton's Birth

Isaac Newton, the renowned physicist and mathematician, is born on January 4, 1643. He is famous for his laws of motion and universal gravitation.

Newton attends Grammar School at Grantham

At the age of 12, Newton starts attending Grammar School in Grantham. He resides with the Apothecary Mr. Clarke near the George Inn.

Newton elected scholar and starts mathematical entries

Isaac Newton is elected as a scholar on April 28, 1664, and begins recording mathematical entries in his 'Waste Book', marking the beginning of his notable mathematical contributions.

Trinity College closes due to the plague

On June 25, 1665, Trinity College had to close due to the plague. This closure lasted for 2 years, during which Newton developed his groundbreaking ideas.

Newton describes reflecting telescope to Henry Oldenburg

On February 23, 1669, Isaac Newton described his reflecting telescope in a letter to Henry Oldenburg, the first Secretary of the Royal Society.

Newton elected Lucasian Professor of Mathematics

Isaac Newton was elected as the Lucasian Professor of Mathematics on October 29, 1669.

Newton's Hypothesis on Properties of Light

Between December 9 and 16, 1675, Isaac Newton's Hypothesis explaining the Properties of Light is presented before the Royal Society.

Discourse of Observations presented to Royal Society

From January 20 to February 10, 1676, Isaac Newton presents his Discourse of Observations to the Royal Society.

Publication of 'Principia' by Newton

Sir Isaac Newton publishes his groundbreaking work 'Principia', which laid the foundation for classical mechanics and the law of universal gravitation.

Newton presents Principia, Book I to Royal Society

On April 28, 1686, Sir Isaac Newton presented the first book of his work 'Principia' to the Royal Society. This groundbreaking publication laid the foundation for classical mechanics and the law of universal gravitation.

Royal Society decides to publish Principia

On May 19, 1686, the Royal Society made the decision to publish Newton's 'Principia'. This significant event marked the recognition of the importance and value of Newton's work in the scientific community.

Edmond Halley corresponds with Newton on Principia

Starting on May 22, 1686, Edmond Halley initiated correspondence with Newton regarding the 'Principia'. This collaboration played a crucial role in the publication and dissemination of Newton's revolutionary ideas.

Royal Society instructs Halley to publish Principia

On June 2, 1686, the Royal Society directed Edmond Halley to oversee the publication of Newton's 'Principia'. This task highlighted the Society's support for Newton's work and its commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

Principia licensed by Samuel Pepys

Samuel Pepys, the President of the Royal Society, granted a license for the publication of Newton's 'Principia' on June 30, 1686. This official approval was a significant step towards sharing Newton's revolutionary theories with the world.

Publication of Newton's Principia

Isaac Newton published his groundbreaking work 'Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica', which introduced his laws of motion and universal gravitation, establishing Newtonian physics as the new paradigm of natural philosophy.

Isaac Newton's Principia published

Isaac Newton's groundbreaking work 'Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica' was published on January 8, 1687, revolutionizing the understanding of physics and mathematics.

Newton sends Book II of Principia to Halley

On March 1, 1687, Sir Isaac Newton sent the second book of his monumental work 'Principia' to Edmond Halley. This continued collaboration and exchange of ideas further enriched the scientific community.

Newton sends Book III of Principia to Halley

Sir Isaac Newton sent the third book of his 'Principia' to Edmond Halley on April 4, 1687. This completion of the trilogy solidified Newton's contributions to physics and astronomy.

Publication of Principia

Newton published Principia on July 5, 1687, where he presented the three universal laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation. This work laid the foundation for classical mechanics and made significant contributions to the Industrial Revolution.

Review of Newton’s Principia Mathematica

A review of Isaac Newton's groundbreaking work 'Principia Mathematica' was conducted for the Bibliothèque universelle, highlighting its significance in the field of science.

Newton's First Letter to Richard Bentley

Newton wrote his first letter to Richard Bentley, a theologian and classical scholar, discussing natural theology and the design of the universe.

Newton appointed Warden of the Mint

In 1695, Isaac Newton was appointed as the warden of the Mint to oversee the implementation of a new currency, leading him to move from Cambridge to London.

Newton appointed Master of the Mint

On February 3, 1700, Isaac Newton was appointed as the Master of the Mint, a significant position responsible for overseeing the production of coins in England.

Robert Hooke dies; Newton decides to publish work on optics

On March 3, 1703, Robert Hooke passed away, prompting Isaac Newton to proceed with publishing his work on optics that had been completed years before, marking a significant moment in the history of science.

Newton elected President of Royal Society

On November 30, 1703, Isaac Newton was elected as the President of the Royal Society, solidifying his leadership role in the scientific community and his contributions to the advancement of knowledge.

Newton publishes the first edition of his Opticks

In February 1704, Isaac Newton published the first edition of his groundbreaking work 'Opticks', which revolutionized the understanding of light and color in the field of optics.

Newton Knighted

On January 1, 1705, Isaac Newton is knighted, becoming the first scientist to receive such an honor for his work.

Royal Society's Proclamation on Newton and Leibniz Dispute

In 1711, the Royal Society proclaimed Newton as the true discoverer of calculus and labeled Leibniz as a fraud in a study. This marked the beginning of a bitter controversy between Newton and Leibniz, impacting both their lives until Leibniz's death in 1716.

Newton publishes second edition of Principia

Between July 11-14, 1713, Sir Isaac Newton published the second edition of 'Principia', his groundbreaking work in the field of physics.

Death of Isaac Newton

Isaac Newton passed away on March 20, 1726. He was a prominent figure in the fields of science and mathematics, making significant contributions to the understanding of gravity and light.

Publication of third edition of Principia

Isaac Newton publishes the third edition of his famous work Principia, which laid the foundation for classical mechanics.

Death of Sir Isaac Newton

On March 20, 1727, Sir Isaac Newton passed away in London.

Death of Isaac Newton

Isaac Newton passed away on March 31, 1727. His groundbreaking work laid the foundation for classical mechanics and his contributions to science revolutionized the field of physics.

Burial of Isaac Newton

Isaac Newton is laid to rest at Westminster Abbey, marking the final farewell to one of the greatest scientists in history.

Publication of Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica

In 1972, the third edition of Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica, originally published in 1726, was released. This work by Isaac Newton revolutionized the understanding of physics and mathematics.

Publication of Opticks

In 1979, Opticks, also known as A Treatise of the Reflections, Refractions, Inflections and Colours of Light, originally published in 1730, was released. This work by Isaac Newton delves into the nature of light and optics.

Newton vs. Einstein Survey

In a 2005 survey by Britain's Royal Society, members deemed Isaac Newton to have made a greater overall contribution to the history of science compared to Albert Einstein. Newton's impact on science was recognized by his peers and successors.

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Isaac Newton

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