Benoit Mandelbrot
Mathematician, creator of fractal geometry
Born
November 20th, 1924
100 years ago
Died
October 14th, 2010
14 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Born in Poland and later naturalized in the United States, a mathematician and economist contributed significantly to the field of mathematics by introducing the concept of fractal geometry. His work explored complex structures and patterns found in nature, revolutionizing the understanding of mathematical sets that exhibit self-similarity. The publication of 'The Fractal Geometry of Nature' in 1982 cemented his status as a leading figure in mathematics and inspired studies across various scientific disciplines.
Developed the theory of fractal geometry
Published 'The Fractal Geometry of Nature'
Worked at IBM and Harvard University
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