Napier is best known as the discoverer of logarithms. He also invented the "Napier's bones" calculating device and popularised the use of the decimal point in arithmetic. Napier's …

Jan 1, 2026 · John Napier (born 1550, Merchiston Castle, near Edinburgh, Scotland—died April 4, 1617, Merchiston Castle) was a Scottish mathematician and theological writer who originated …

John Napier was a famous Scottish mathematician who is best known for his invention of logarithms which are used to help with mathematical calculations. He is also credited with …

Jun 13, 2019 · John Napier (1550-April 4, 1617) was a Scottish mathematician and theological writer who developed the concept of logarithms and the decimal point as a mathematical …

Napier was a hugely influential figure in the 17th century. He is widely considered to be the first Scotsman to have made a significant contribution to scientific learning.

1 day ago · John Napier (1550–1617) stands as one of the most consequential figures in the history of mathematics—a Scottish laird whose discovery of logarithms reshaped the very …

Mar 29, 2024 · John Napier (1550-1617) was a Scottish landowner, mathematician, physicist, astronomer and theologian whose most important contribution was the discovery of logarithms.

The most comprehensive account of the mathematician's life and work John Napier (1550–1617) is celebrated today as the man who invented logarithms—an enorm...

John Napier, who also went by Marvellous Merchiston, was a popular Scottish landowner, physicist, mathematician and astronomer. John was the 8th Laird of Merchistoun.

May 23, 2025 · One of the greatest men of Scotland — John Napier, died on 3 April 1617, apparently of gout, with which he had long been afflicted, and was buried in the graveyard …