| Full Name |
John Napier |
| Date of Birth |
20 March 1550 |
| Place of Birth |
Merchiston Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Date of Death |
04 April 1617 |
| Place of Death |
Merchiston Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
Scotland |
| Education |
University of St Andrews |
| Profession |
Mathematician, Astronomer, Physicist, Religious writer |
| Years of Activity |
Late 16th Century - Early 17th Century |
| Brief Information |
John Napier was a Scottish mathematician known for his invention of logarithms. He also invented the "Napier's bones," a mechanical calculating device that aided in multiplication and division. His work significantly simplified complex calculations and had a profound impact on fields such as astronomy and navigation. |