Arne Beurling
Mathematician known for complex analysis
Born
Died
1986
40 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Sweden
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Born in Sweden, a mathematician and academic specialized in complex analysis and functional analysis. Developed the Beurling transform, contributing significantly to harmonic analysis. Worked at the University of Uppsala and later at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey. Offered insights into various areas of mathematics, including operator theory and analytic number theory. His work influenced both theoretical mathematics and its applications. Beurling's academic career spanned several decades, during which he published numerous papers and mentored future mathematicians.
Developed the Beurling transform
Contributed to harmonic analysis
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