| French mathematician Date of Birth: Country: France |
Jean Gaston Darboux () was a renowned French mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of mathematics.
Born in Nîmes, France, Darboux's early education took place at Lycée Charlemagne in Paris. He went on to study at the prestigious École Polytechnique and École Normale Supérieure, where he had notable teachers such as Michel Chasles.
In , Darboux was appointed as a professor at the University of Sorbonne, where he served as an assistant to Joseph Liouville. He later became a full professor and held this position until his retirement.
Darboux's research primarily focused on mathematical analysis, where he delved into theories of integration and partial differential equations. He also made significant advancements in differential geometry.
Darboux's contributions earned him numerous accolades. In , he received the Grand Prix of the French Academy of Sciences, and in , he became a member of the Academy.
Darboux's reputation extended beyond French borders. In , he was elected as a foreign corresponding member of the St. Petersburg Academy of Sciences.
In , the Royal Society of London bestowed upon Darboux the prestigious Sylvester Medal in recognition of his exceptional achievements in mathematics.
Darboux served as the biographer of the renowned mathematician Henri Poincaré. He also collaborated in the publication of works by Jean Baptiste Joseph Fourier and Joseph-Louis Lagrange.
Darboux's mathematical theorems and concepts continue to be widely studied and applied in various fields today. His legacy as an influential mathematician endures through his contributions to the advancement of mathematical knowledge.