Paulo Ruffini
Italian mathematician and physician (1765-1845)
1765 — 1822
Quick Facts
Profession
Italian mathematician and physician (1765-1845)
Born
September 22, 1765
Died
1822 (age ~57)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
physician, mathematician, philosopher
Papal StatesBorn in ValentanoDied in Modena
1765
Born in Valentano (1765-09-22)
1783
EducationStudied at University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (1783–1788)
1814
Positionrector (1814–1822)
1816
Positionpresident (1816–1822)
1822
Died in Modena
About
Paolo Ruffini was an Italian mathematician and philosopher. Remembered chiefly for what is now known as the Abel–Ruffini theorem, Ruffini also made a major contribution to the theory of equations, developing the so-called theory of substitutions, the forerunner of modern group theory.
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Who is Paulo Ruffini?+
Paolo Ruffini was an Italian mathematician and philosopher. Remembered chiefly for what is now known as the Abel–Ruffini theorem, Ruffini also made a major contribution to the theory of equations, developing the so-called theory of substitutions, the forerunner of modern group theory.
What does the name Paulo mean?+
The name Paulo means "dative/ablative singular of Paulus". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Paulo Ruffini born?+
Paulo Ruffini was born on September 22, 1765.
When did Paulo Ruffini die?+
Paulo Ruffini died in 1822, at approximately 57 years of age.
Name Meaning
dative/ablative singular of Paulus
The name Paulo is of Portuguese origin, meaning "dative/ablative singular of Paulus". It is traditionally a male name.
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Paulo — September 22, 1765
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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