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Portrait of George Gabriel Stokes

George Gabriel Stokes

Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge and a close friend of Lord Kelvin.

From "Lord Kelvin: An account of his scientific life and work" by Gray, Andrew

Core Belief

"Rigorous mathematical analysis is key to understanding physical phenomena."

Worldview

A world of interconnected physical laws to be explored through mathematical and scientific inquiry.

Personality

Calm, reflective, judicial, insightful, and generous with his knowledge.

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