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Francis Bacon: A 17th-century philosopher and scientist who is often credited with helping to develop the scientific method, Bacon emphasized the importance of empirical evidence and scepticism.

Bacon was a 17th-century philosopher and scientist who is often credited with helping to develop the scientific method. He lived in England and served as the Lord Chancellor under King James I. He emphasized the importance of empirical evidence and scepticism, and his works include "Novum Organum" and "The New Atlantis."