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Leonhard Euler
Leonhard Euler (1707-1783) was a Swiss mathematician and Physicist. He is famous for his work in Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics, Optics and Astronomy.
Euler had worked in almost all the areas of mathematics namely Geometry, Calculus, Trigonometry, Algebra and Number Theory. His works in Continuum Physics and Lunar Theory are famous.
Euler’s eye sight worsened through out mathematical career! He suffered from a near fatal fever in 1735. After three years he became blind in the right eye. Later he suffered cataract in his left eye and became totally blind in 1766.
But his physical conditions hardly affected his productivity. His skill for mental calculations and his photographic memory more than compensated his visual impairment.
With the aid of his scribes, his productivity actually increased! In 1775, he was producing one mathematical paper ever week, on an average!
With the aid of his scribes, his productivity actually increased! In 1775, he was producing one mathematical paper ever week, on an average!
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Euler has been honored by several countries for his contributions to the world of Mathematics and Physics.
Old Swiss 10 Franc notes bear his picture. Former Soviet Union released a stamp in 1957, commemorating his 250th birthday. Former German Democratic Republic released a stamp on Euler’s 200th death anniversary.
Visalakshi Ramani