Birthdate: March 21, 1768
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Auxerre, Burgundy, Kingdom of France (now in Yonne, France)
Died: May 16, 1830
Joseph Fourier, a French mathematician and physicist, is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to Fourier series, which laid the foundation for Fourier analysis and harmonic analysis. His research primarily centered on heat transfer and vibrations, resulting in significant advancements such as the Fourier transform and Fourier’s law of conduction. Notably, Fourier is also recognized for his discovery of the greenhouse effect, underscoring his profound influence on the fields of mathematics, physics, and environmental science.
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