History of Mathematics

We research the history of the mathematical sciences, in particular
in Islamic civilization (750-1600) and
in the Netherlands between 1550 and 1850.
We teach (and supervise work in) the history of mathematical sciences in all cultures and at all times until ca. 1900.

Staff members

• Jan Hogendijk, interests: History of mathematical sciences in antiquity, medieval Islamic civilization, medieval Europe, and in the Netherlands.
• Steven Wepster, interests: History of mathematical sciences in Europe (1550-1850).

Ph.D. student

Jantien Dopper. Ph.D. topic: the Van Schooten family (17th century) and their mathematical work.

Guest

Liesbeth de Wreede