Eutocius of Ascalon

Eutocius of Ascalon was a Greek mathematician and commentator who lived during the 6th century CE. He is best known for his work in the field of mathematics, particularly for his commentaries on the works of earlier mathematicians, including Archimedes. His contributions served to preserve and elucidate the mathematical knowledge of classical antiquity, which was increasingly endangered during the late Roman and early Byzantine periods.