The Oxford Calculators

The Oxford Calculators were a group of 14th-century thinkers at Oxford University who explored early ideas about how objects move and change. They used logical reasoning and mathematical principles to understand motion, momentum, and the nature of infinity, laying groundwork for modern science. Their work bridged philosophy and mathematics, challenging traditional views and influencing later scientific developments. Essentially, they sought to explain physical phenomena through rational analysis, combining logic with observation, and contributed significantly to the early study of physics and natural philosophy.