Questions about Second scholasticism

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who founded the University of Salamanca intellectual movement in the first half of the 16th century?

Francisco de Vitoria stood at the center of this resurgence within the Dominican order. He and his colleague Domingo de Soto redirected scholastic thought toward law, economy, and theology.

When did the golden age of second scholasticism last between the late 16th century and the first half of the 17th century?

The golden age of second scholasticism lasted between the late 16th century and the first half of the 17th century. Philosophers writing in vernacular languages began challenging its dominance during this period.

What distinct schools survived from earlier phases of scholasticism into the 16th century?

Two distinct schools survived from earlier phases of scholasticism into the 16th century. Scotists mostly belonged to various branches of the Franciscan order while Thomists were usually but not exclusively represented by Iberians in the Dominican and Carmelite orders.

Why did the Society of Jesus emerge in 1540 through the approval of Pope Paul III?

Ignatius Loyola established this new order which became a third school of second scholasticism. The movement defended Catholic tradition against challenges posed by the Protestant Reformation.

How did reformers like John Calvin and Martin Luther utilize scholastic methods despite criticizing certain aspects of Aristotelian logic?

Reformers like John Calvin and Martin Luther utilized scholastic methods despite criticizing certain aspects of Aristotelian logic. They structured confessions of faith and catechisms using logical frameworks from the medieval tradition.