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Pierre Louis Maupertuis vs Roger Joseph Boscovich

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Pierre Louis Maupertuis
IQ185
Born1698
Died1759
OriginSaint-Malo, France
Known ForPrinciple of least action, precursor of transmutation
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Roger Joseph Boscovich
IQ185
Born1711
Died1787
OriginDubrovnik, Republic of Ragusa (present-day Croatia)
Known ForPrecursor of the atomic theoryFounder of Brera Observatory

About Pierre Louis Maupertuis

A French mathematician, philosopher and man of letters who became the Director of the Académie des Sciences,

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About Roger Joseph Boscovich

A physicist, astronomer, mathematician, philosopher, diplomat, poet, theologian, and Jesuit priest from the Republic of Ragusa.

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The Verdict

Both Pierre Louis Maupertuis and Roger Joseph Boscovich have an estimated IQ of 185, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Pierre Louis Maupertuis or Roger Joseph Boscovich?

Pierre Louis Maupertuis had an estimated IQ of 185 while Roger Joseph Boscovich had an estimated IQ of 185.

What is each genius known for?

Pierre Louis Maupertuis is known for: Principle of least action, precursor of transmutation. Roger Joseph Boscovich is known for: Precursor of the atomic theoryFounder of Brera Observatory.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Pierre Louis Maupertuis and Roger Joseph Boscovich are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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