negative numbers in mathematics - BooksFact - Ancient Knowledge & Wisdom

Madhava of Sangamagrama contribution to Calculus was much before Europeans

Madhava of Sangamagrama (c. 1340 – c. 1425), was an Indian mathematician-astronomer from the town of Sangamagrama. His writings were later transmitted to Europe via Jesuit missionaries and traders who were active around the ancient port of Muziris at … Read more

BrahmaGupta, Ancient Mathematician introduced concept of ‘Negative Numbers’ & Theorem on Cyclic Quadrilaterals

Brahmagupta (Sanskrit: ब्रह्मगुप्त) was an Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived between 597–668 AD and wrote two important works on mathematics and astronomy: the Brāhmasphuṭasiddhānta in 628 AD (Correctly Established Doctrine of Brahma) which is a theoretical … Read more