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Charles Scott Sherrington vs James Prescott Joule

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Charles Scott Sherrington
IQ180
Born1857
Died1952
OriginIslington, Middlesex, England, United Kingdom
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James Prescott Joule
IQ180
Born1818
Died1889
OriginSalford, Lancashire, England
Known ForFirst law of thermodynamicsDisproving caloric theory

About Charles Scott Sherrington

An English neurophysiologist, histologist, bacteriologist, and a pathologist, Nobel laureate and president of the Royal Society in the early 1920s.

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About James Prescott Joule

An English physicist, mathematician and brewer whose work led to the discovery of the first law of thermodynamics.

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The Verdict

Both Charles Scott Sherrington and James Prescott Joule have an estimated IQ of 180, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Charles Scott Sherrington or James Prescott Joule?

Charles Scott Sherrington had an estimated IQ of 180 while James Prescott Joule had an estimated IQ of 180.

What is each genius known for?

Charles Scott Sherrington is known for: See full biography. James Prescott Joule is known for: First law of thermodynamicsDisproving caloric theory.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Charles Scott Sherrington and James Prescott Joule are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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