James Thomson (mathematician)
James Thomson (13 November 1786 – 12 January 1849) was an Irish mathematician, notable for his role in the formation of the thermodynamics school at the University of Glasgow. He was the father of the engineer and physicist James Thomson and the physicist Lord Kelvin.
James Thomson | |
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| Born | 13 November 1786 |
| Died | 12 January 1849 (aged 62) |
| Children | James Thomson The 1st Baron Kelvin |
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| Alma mater | University of Glasgow |
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