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The sky was the limit for this multi-talented astronomer, inventor, mathematician, and physicist whose ideas have stood the test of time. Galileo taught Mathematics at the University of Padua, Italy.
Distant dream Born in 1564 near Pisa, Italy, Galileo Galilei studied MATHEMATICS before becoming a professor in 1589. He made many discoveries and designs throughout his life. When Galileo learned of an invention called a telescope in 1609, he decided to create his own version.
Who came before… An inspiration for Galileo, Greek scientist Archimedes was among the first to claim that Earth orbits the Sun. He also used mathematics rather than logic to solve problems. 78
Persian philosopher and scientist AvicennA was the first to record that moving objects can be slowed down by external factors.
