Karl Friedrich Gauss

Karl Friedrich Gauss was a prominent German mathematician and scientist, often referred to as the "Prince of Mathematicians." Born in 1777, he made significant contributions across various fields, including number theory, astronomy, and statistics. He introduced concepts like the Gaussian distribution in statistics and the method of least squares for data fitting. His work laid the foundation for many areas of modern mathematics and science. Gauss's exceptional creativity and precision led to breakthroughs that continue to influence mathematics and the sciences today, making him one of the most important figures in these domains.