Guillaume Mazeas
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Born2 August 1720
Vannes
Died13 September 1775 (aged 55)
Vannes
Fieldsphysics, chemistry, geology
PatronsAdrien Maurice de Noailles
Father Guillaume Mazeas | |
|---|---|
| Born | 2 August 1720 Vannes |
| Died | 13 September 1775 (aged 55) Vannes |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | physics, chemistry, geology |
| Patrons | Adrien Maurice de Noailles |
Father Guillaume Mazeas (French: Abbé Guillaume Mazéas; 2 August 1720 – 13 September 1775) was a translator of English scientific works into French, a corresponding member of the French Academy of Sciences and a fellow of the Royal Society.[1] He was canon of the cathedral of Vannes, France.[1][2] He corresponded with Stephen Hales on scientific matters, including his experiences with the lightning rod invented by Benjamin Franklin.[1][3] His investigations of red dyeing in the East Indies and their improvement in France were of significant industrial value.[2][4]
