Pronunciation: [pɪˈe͡ə sˈa͡ɪmən də lˈaple͡ɪs] (IPA)
Pierre Simon De Laplace was an 18th-century French scholar who made groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, astronomy, and physics. He made important discoveries in celestial mechanics, gravitational theory, and the theory of probability, earning him the nickname, "The Newton of France." Synonyms for Pierre Simon De Laplace include Laplace, Pierre de Laplace, and Marquis de Laplace. Laplace's work laid the groundwork for modern scientific discoveries and his contributions continue to inspire new research in the fields of astronomy, physics, and mathematics.