Émile Picard was a French mathematician born on July 24, 1856, in Paris. He is best known for his contributions to the fields of analysis and mathematical physics. Picard made significant advancements in the theory of differential equations and is recognized for the Picard iteration, a method used to solve these equations. In addition to his work in mathematics, Picard was a prominent educator and served as a professor at the University of Paris. He was also involved in the Société Mathématique de France, promoting mathematical research and education. Picard passed away on July 11, 1941, leaving a lasting legacy in mathematics.