Description: (Former Statistician who is known for formulating a specific case of the theorem that bears his name: Bayes' theorem)
Thomas Bayes, an English statistician, philosopher, and Presbyterian minister, is renowned for formulating Bayes' theorem. His significant contribution to the field of statistics is evident through his work on probability theory. Although his most famous work was not published during his lifetime, Richard Price edited and published his notes posthumously. Bayes' theorem has revolutionized the understanding and application of probability and statistics, establishing him as a crucial figure in the history of mathematics and science.