Andrzej Trybulec
Polish mathematician and computer scientist
Born
1941
84 years ago
Died
September 11th, 2013
11 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Poland
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Contributed to the field of mathematical logic and computer science. Developed the concept of 'lambda calculus' in relation to programming languages and computability. Pioneered research in the area of type theory, particularly in its application to programming language design and formal verification. Served as a professor, educating a generation of mathematicians and computer scientists. Engaged in numerous academic publications, shaping the landscape of theoretical computer science.
Developed lambda calculus concepts
Pioneered research in type theory
Published extensively in mathematical logic
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