Blaise Pascal

Blaise Pascal

mathematician France

Blaise Pascal was a French mathematician, physicist, and inventor, recognized for his contributions to probability theory, fluid mechanics, and the development of the first digital calculator, which he created to assist his father in tax collection.

Born on Jun 19, 1623 (402 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
6,899
Power
24$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Bolivia 1 9.00 0.06% +0% 11,673,021 6,899 $40,000 24$
Totals 1 11,673,021 6,899 $40,000 24$
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Venezuela Venezuela: Blaise Pascal is mentioned in relation to the dangers of ignoring reality and the consequences of denial. 6

El Nacional: «… No prepares la guerra»

France France: The text mentions Blaise Pascal and his first calculating machine as a significant figure in the history of computation. 9

Le Monde: « Le Calcul à découvert » : la saga du calcul et des ordinateurs

Canada Canada: The philosopher and mathematician Blaise Pascal wrote – in the 1650s, no less – that 'all the woes of man derive from one thing: not knowing how to sit still at rest in a room.' 5

The Globe and Mail: Globe editorial: Just (don’t) do it: The power of being bored

India India: Sahil Bloom cites Blaise Pascal to highlight the importance of solitude and boredom in personal development. 7

The Times of India: Beyond the balance sheet: Sahil Bloom on redefining wealth and delayed gratification