Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
Hungarian-American mathematician, physicist, computer scientist, engineer and polymath.
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A British scientist who received the 1904 Nobel Prize in Physics for his investigations of the densities of the most important gases.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, John von Neumann (IQ 190) ranks higher than John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
John von Neumann had an estimated IQ of 190 while John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh had an estimated IQ of 180.
John von Neumann is known for: Abelian von Neumann algebra Affiliated operator Amenable group Arithmetic logic unit Artificial viscosity Axiom of regul. John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh is known for: Discovery of argon.
Yes. Both John von Neumann and John William Strutt, 3rd Baron Rayleigh are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.