Johannes von Gmunden
Johannes von Gmunden (Latin: Johannes de Gamundia; c. 1380/84 – February 23, 1442) was a German astronomer, mathematician and humanist.
- Johannes von Gmünd is also the name of a 14th-century architect, see Basel Münster.
Johannes von Gmunden | |
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| Born | 1380/84 |
| Died | February 23, 1442 Vienna, Duchy of Austria, Holy Roman Empire |
| Nationality | Austrian |
| Education | University of Vienna (M.A., 1406) |
| Known for | Astronomical tables |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Astronomy |
| Institutions | University of Vienna |
| Academic advisors | Heinrich von Langenstein |
| Notable students | Georg von Peuerbach |
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