Carol Wood

Mathematician and academic in topology

Carol Wood - Mathematician and academic in topology
Born

February 9th, 1945
80 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Specialized in topology and category theory. Served as a professor in mathematics at a prominent academic institution. Contributed to the field through various publications and research work. Influenced mathematical education and mentoring through extensive involvement in academic communities and conferences.

Published numerous papers on topology

Contributed to category theory research

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