János Irinyi
János Irinyi was a Hungarian chemist and inventor best known for creating the safety match in 1836. His work is often referenced in discussions about Hungary's historical challenges in securing funding for innovative projects, as he had to sell his patent to a foreign manufacturer due to a lack of local investment.
Born on Jan 01, 1795 (231 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hungary | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 8,656 | $160,000 | 143$ |
| Totals | 1 | 9,660,351 | 8,656 | $160,000 | 143$ |
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János Irinyi had to sell his safety match patent for a pittance due to a lack of capital in Pest.
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