Mathematicians born on January 4

Take a focused look at the mathematicians born on January 4. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1643 Isaac Newton

  Isaac Newton was an English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, and author who is widely recognized as one of the most influential scientists of all time. He is best known for formulating the three laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation, laying the foundation for classical mechanics. [bio]