Alexander Friedmann
Physicist and mathematician, Friedmann equation
Born
June 16th, 1888
137 years ago
Died
September 16th, 1925
99 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Russia
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Contributions included formulation of a cosmological model based on Einstein's equations of general relativity. Introduced solutions that describe an expanding universe, laying groundwork for modern cosmology. Worked extensively in the field of mathematical physics and contributed to discussions surrounding the theory of relativity. Research advanced understanding of the universe’s structure and evolution, influencing future studies in cosmology.
Developed the Friedmann equations
Pioneered theories on the expanding universe
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