Writers:
1. Diva Raihan Hardiansyah
2. Nasywa Shasi Kirani
3. Aksa Nabila
4. Isyati Radhiyah
(Department Mathematics and Data Science, Andalas University)
On January 4, 1643, Isaac Newton, a brilliant figure in the history of science, wasborn in Woolsthorpe, England. Despite his humble family background, Newton’s early lifewas characterized by outstanding genius. Renowned for his extraordinary contributions inthe fields of physics, mathematics, astronomy, and natural philosophy, one of Newton’smajor contributions in mathematics was his discovery of calculus. Newton and Leibnizindependentlydevelopedcalculus,enablingcalculationsusinginfinitesimalnumbers,which revolutionized problem-solving across various fields, from physics to economics, andbecameacrucialfoundation inmodern science.
TheformulationoftheuniversallawofgravitationbyNewtonbecameamilestoneinunderstanding the universe. This law explains the force of attraction between two massesandnaturalphenomena,includingthemovementofplanetsaroundthesun.Newton’sthreelaws of motion also serve as a foundation in dynamics. Additionally, Newton is interested inalchemy, theology, and esoteric beliefs, exploring these lesser-known topics. He serves asthe president of the Royal Society, playing a significant role in the advancement of science,andhisinterestinastronomyinspirescontributionstotelescopedevelopment.
Despite Newton’s renown for his scientific knowledge, he had an introspective andeccentric personality, remaining focused on his work and isolated from the outside worldfor extended periods. His legacy as a brilliant thinker and inventor continues to inspire andinfluence science. His works became historical milestones and the cornerstone of modernunderstanding of the universe. As an expert in various scientific fields in the 17th century,Newtonnotonly left behind remarkable scientific works inmathematics and physics,buthe also provided motivation for subsequent scientists. His ideas laid the foundation forcontemporaryscientificknowledge.
The term “Newtonians” refers to individuals who are inspired by Newton and carryforward his scientific legacy. They deepen the understanding of the laws of nature and develop applications of Newton’s theories across various scientificfields. Following in Newton’s foot steps, the Newtonians have emerged. Gauss expanded Newton’s thoughtsin
mathematics and astronomy, creating the theory of electromagnetic fields. James ClerkMaxwell, utilizing Newton’s concept of gravitation in the theory of electromagnetic fields,laid the groundwork for modern technology. Newton’s scientific legacy continues to inspirepresent-day scientists, shaping the future development of science. The Newtonians perpetuate Newton’s scientific legacy by exploring, expanding, and applying his conceptsacross various disciplines. Newton provided a robust foundation for the advancement of scientific knowledge.
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