Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A German Jesuit scholar and polymath who published around 40 major works.
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An American inventor and mathematician who holds over 100 US patents and was the youngest ever graduate of Florida Atlantic University at the age of 15.
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, Edith Stern (IQ 200) ranks higher than Athanasius Kircher (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Athanasius Kircher had an estimated IQ of 190 while Edith Stern had an estimated IQ of 200.
Athanasius Kircher is known for: See full biography. Edith Stern is known for: Holding over 100 US patents and being awarded the ASME Kate Gleason Award..
Yes. Both Athanasius Kircher and Edith Stern are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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