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Sir Isaac Newton was an English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, theologian, and author, widely recognised as one of the greatest mathematicians of all time.

1661-06-05

1661-06-05

Matriculated at Trinity College, Cambridge

Newton began his studies at Trinity College, Cambridge, marking the formal start of his higher education.

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Education

1665-01-01

1665-01-01

Developed Calculus

During the plague years, Newton developed his mathematical theory of calculus, a significant advancement in mathematics.

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Invention

1666-01-01

1666-01-01

Experimented With Optics

Newton began his experiments with optics, leading to his theories on light and color.

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Scientific Discovery

1669-01-01

1669-01-01

Lucasian Professor of Mathematics

Newton was appointed as the Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge University.

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Academic Appointment

1672-01-01

1672-01-01

Elected Fellow of the Royal Society

Newton was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, recognizing his growing contributions to science.

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Honour

1687-07-05

1687-07-05

Published 'Principia Mathematica'

Newton published his groundbreaking work, 'Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica,' laying the foundation for classical mechanics.

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Publication

1689-01-01

1689-01-01

Member of Parliament

Newton served as a Member of Parliament for Cambridge University.

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Political

1696-01-01

1696-01-01

Warden of the Royal Mint

Newton was appointed Warden of the Royal Mint, overseeing the country's coinage.

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Government Position

1699-01-01

1699-01-01

Master of the Royal Mint

Newton became Master of the Royal Mint, responsible for the administration and regulation of currency.

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Government Position

1705-04-16

1705-04-16

Knighted by Queen Anne

Newton was knighted by Queen Anne, recognizing his significant contributions to science and the nation.

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Honour

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Grave of Isaac Newton

"Grave of Isaac Newton" by Tim Green aka atoach is licensed under CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/.