Alfred Tarski
Mathematician and philosopher, truth theory
Born
January 14th, 1901
124 years ago
Died
1983
42 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A prominent Polish-American mathematician and philosopher contributed significantly to logic, semantics, and the philosophy of language. Developed the concept of truth in formalized languages and made substantial advancements in model theory and algebra. Worked during a time of great change in mathematics and philosophy, influencing the development of mathematical logic and foundational studies. Published numerous papers and several influential books on logic and mathematics that remain prominent in educational curricula. Held academic positions at various universities, promoting the rigor of mathematical foundations.
Developed formal theories of truth
Contributed to model theory and semantics
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