Bernard Malgrange
French mathematician, differential equations
French mathematician, differential equations
2024
2 years ago — 96 years old
Scientists & Innovators
France
A mathematician specialized in analysis and differential equations, contributing significantly to the development of microlocal analysis. Worked on various problems in the theory of distributions and established notable results in operator theory. Contributed to algebraic topology through studies involving sheaves and coherent sheaves. Held a professorship at the University of Paris, influencing generations of mathematicians through teaching and published works.
Developed the theory of distributions
Contributed to microlocal analysis
Published significant mathematical papers
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