Cathleen Synge Morawetz

Canadian mathematician and researcher

Cathleen Synge Morawetz - Canadian mathematician and researcher
Born

May 5th, 1923
102 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Canada

Links & References

Born in 1923, a prominent mathematician focused on applied mathematics. Contributed extensively to the field of partial differential equations, particularly in mathematical biology and fluid dynamics. Held a professorship at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, influencing many students and researchers. The first woman to achieve the rank of distinguished professor at New York University. Actively engaged in promoting mathematics through various academic initiatives and collaborations.

Research in partial differential equations

Influence in fluid dynamics

First female distinguished professor at NYU

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