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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