Michael Maestlin (September 30, 1550 - October 20, 1631) was a German astronomer and mathematician. He studied theology, mathematics, and astronomy/astrology and graduated as Magister in 1571. In 1576 he became a Lutheran deacon. In 1580 he became a Professor of mathematics, first at the University of Heidelberg, then at the University of Tubingen were he taught for 47 years. Among his students was Johannes Kepler.

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Michael Maestlin, German Astronomer

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