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It happened today: Mathematician Nikolaus Fuss died

Published: January 4, 2026 · Period: 2026-01-04

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Nikolaus Fuss, a prominent mathematician born in Basel, Switzerland, passed away on January 4, 1826. He is well-known for his work in Russia, where he served as a mathematical assistant to Leonhard Euler in Saint Petersburg from 1773 to 1783. Fuss made significant contributions to fields such as spherical trigonometry and differential geometry and held the position of permanent secretary of the Imperial Academy of Sciences. His connection to Basel is notable through his birth and familial ties, including his marriage to Albertine Euler, the daughter of Euler's son, and the academic achievements of his children. See wikipedia for more information.

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