The person known as Newton in the history of Chinese mathematics is Li, a mathematician in the Qing Dynasty. He is known as "Newton in the history of Chinese mathematics" because he has made many important contributions in the field of mathematics and is regarded as one of the masters in the history of Chinese mathematics.

Born in Jiaqing period of Qing Dynasty, Li was an ordinary peasant family. He is self-taught and has a strong interest and talent in mathematics. His achievements in the field of mathematics are outstanding, and his algebraic research and achievements have had a far-reaching impact on the development of mathematics in China.

Li's research achievements in algebra include Fourteen Lectures on Algebra, General Theory of Algebra and New Algebra.