Austrian physicist and philosopher Ernst Mach is remembered for his contributions to the study of shock waves. He is also credited for discovering a non-acoustic function of the inner ear that helps control human balance. As a philosopher of science, he is considered a major influence on logical positivism and American pragmatism.
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Ernst Mach
(Physicist)
Listed In: Scientists
Birthdate: February 18, 1838
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died: February 19, 1916
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Adolf Loos
(Architect)
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Listed In: Architects
Birthdate: December 10, 1870
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: August 23, 1933
Austrian architect Adolf Loos is often compared to American architect Frank Lloyd Wright in terms of his contribution. Loos believed architecture shouldn’t contain the extra elements and ornaments promoted by Art Nouveau. Mostly known for his residential projects, he built modern buildings such as the Goldman and Salatsch Building.
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Hellmuth Karasek
(Journalist, Writer, Theatre critic, Literary critic, Playwright, University teacher)
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Jiří Sequens
(Film director, Screenwriter)
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Listed In: Film & Theater Personalities
Birthdate: April 23, 1922
Sun Sign: Taurus
Died: January 21, 2008