Alexander Kronrod

Mathematician and computer scientist

Alexander Kronrod - Mathematician and computer scientist
Born

1921
104 years ago

Died

October 6th, 1986
38 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Russia

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Contributions focused on mathematical logic, cybernetics, and automata theory. Engaged in research that enhanced understandings of complex systems and algorithms. Active in academic circles, influencing both mathematics and computer science. Served as a professor, guiding future generations of mathematicians and scientists.

Developed foundational concepts in automata theory

Published significant research on mathematical logic

Influenced the field of cybernetics

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