David Kazhdan

Mathematician and academic specializing in representation theory

David Kazhdan - Mathematician and academic specializing in representation theory
Born

June 20th, 1946
79 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Israel

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Born in 1946, a mathematician and academic specialized in representation theory, algebraic geometry, and number theory. Played a significant role in the development of Kazhdan-Lusztig theory, which has had a lasting impact on representation theory and geometry. Contributed extensively to the Langlands program, which connects number theory and representation theory. Has held prominent academic positions and has influenced many areas of mathematics through publications and mentorship.

Developed the Kazhdan-Lusztig theory

Contributed to the Langlands program

Published numerous influential papers

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