Gaspar Schott

Gaspar Schott (born February 5, 1608, Würzburg; died May 22, 1666, Würzburg) was a German mathematician, physicist, and writer, best known for his contributions to a variety of fields during the late Renaissance and early modern period. Holding citizenship in Germany, Schott was educated at the University of Palermo.

Throughout his career, Schott tackled a wide range of topics, combining his knowledge in mathematics, physics, and writing to further the understanding of the sciences during his time.