Aurelio Baldor

Cuban mathematician and author

Aurelio Baldor - Cuban mathematician and author
Born

October 22nd, 1906
118 years ago

Died

1978
47 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Cuba

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Contributed significantly to the field of mathematics through teaching and writing. Authored a widely used mathematics textbook that emphasized problem-solving techniques. Engaged in legal work alongside academic pursuits, integrating legal principles with mathematical education. Played a key role in promoting mathematics in Cuba and Latin America.

Authored 'Baldor's Algebra', a pivotal textbook in mathematics education

Contributed to legal studies with a focus on mathematics application

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