Gauss (mathematician)

Carl Friedrich Gauss was a German mathematician and physicist, often referred to as the "Prince of Mathematicians." He made significant contributions to various fields, including number theory, statistics, and astronomy. One of his most famous achievements is the development of the Gaussian distribution, commonly known in statistics. Gauss also invented the method of least squares for data fitting and introduced concepts like the Gaussian function and the prime number theorem. His work laid foundational principles that continue to influence mathematics and science today, underscoring his pivotal role in shaping modern mathematical thought.