Charles Hermite

Mathematician, Hermite polynomials creator

Charles Hermite - Mathematician, Hermite polynomials creator
Born

1822
203 years ago

Died

January 14th, 1901
124 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

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A prominent mathematician specialized in analysis and algebra. Contributed significantly to the theory of determinants and algebraic forms. Established the Hermite polynomials, used widely in probability and physics. Introduced concepts related to elliptic functions and transcendental numbers. Served as a professor at the University of Paris, contributing to the education of future mathematicians.

Developed Hermite polynomials

Contributed to the theory of determinants

Studied algebraic forms and transcendental numbers

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