an Anglo-Irish natural philosopher, chemist, physicist, and inventor. Boyle is largely regarded today as the first modern chemist, and therefore one of the founders of modern chemistry

a French novelist and poet whose two novels were noted for their explicit themes, and unique style and tone

a French novelist, critic considered by critics and writers to be one of the most influential authors of the 20th century.

a French inventor, physicist and professor at the Institut Catholique de Paris. He is primarily known for his early involvement in wireless telegraphy

a Florentine artist who is regarded as the first great Italian painter of the Quattrocento period of the Italian Renaissance

an Austrian poet and the brother of the pianist Grete Trakl. He is considered one of the most important Austrian Expressionists.