Early Life and Education - saac Newton was born on December 25, 1642, in Woolsthorpe, England. His birth date coincided with Christmas Day in the Julian calendar.
The Apple Incident - One of the most famous anecdotes associated with Newton is the story of the falling apple that allegedly inspired his theory of gravity.
Reflective Telescope Invention - Newton was a pioneer in the field of optics. He designed and built the first practical reflecting telescope, known as the Newtonian telescope.
Principia Mathematica - Newton's most influential work, "Philosophiæ Naturalis Principia Mathematica" (Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy), was published in 1687.
Alchemy and Secret Studies - Apart from his scientific pursuits, Newton had a keen interest in alchemy, a precursor to modern chemistry.
The Lucasian Professorship - Newton held the prestigious position of Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge from 1669 to 1702.
Royal Mint Appointment - In 1696, Newton was appointed Warden of the Royal Mint and later became its Master.
Feud with Robert Hooke - Newton had a contentious relationship with Robert Hooke, a prominent scientist of the time.
Calculus Controversy - Newton was embroiled in a controversy over the development of calculus. His work on calculus was contemporaneous with that of German mathematician Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz.