1847 in science
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The year 1847 CE in science and technology included many events, some of which are listed here.

See also: 1846 in science, other events of 1847, 1848 in science and the list of years in science.

Mathematics

• George Boole formalizes symbolic logic in The Mathematical Analysis of Logic, defining what are now called Boolean algebras

Medicine

• Ignaz Semmelweis studies and prevents the transmission of puerperal fever

Physics

• Hermann von Helmholtz formally states the law of conservation of energy

Awards

• Copley Medal: John Herschel
• Wollaston Medal for Geology: Ami Boue

Births

Deaths

• March 9 - Mary Anning, paleontologist (* 1799)

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