Robert Simson | |
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 Robert Simson | |
| Born | 14 October 1687 |
| Died | 1 October 1768 (aged 80) His college residence at Glasgow |
| Resting place | Ramshorn Cemetery |
| Nationality | British |
| Alma mater | University of Glasgow |
| Known for | Simson line Simson's identity |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Mathematics, especially geometry |
| Institutions | University of Glasgow Christ's Hospital |
| Notable students | Maclaurin Matthew Stewart William Trail James Williamson (mathematician) |
Robert Simson (14 October 1687 – 1 October 1768) was a Scottish mathematician and professor of mathematics at the University of Glasgow. The Simson line is named after him.[1]
- ^ Robert Simson. University of Glasgow (multi-tab page)