Barrow and the Dawn of Calculus: The First Lucasian Professor

In this episode of The Deep Dive, we trace Isaac Barrow's remarkable journey—from a disruptive student to Cambridge's first Lucasian Professor. We explore his pioneering work on tangents and the early ideas of calculus, his studies in optics, and his mentorship of Isaac Newton, whose breakthroughs would redefine science. Join us as we uncover how Barrow's quiet genius laid the foundations for a mathematical revolution.

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