Ernst Kummer
Mathematician; Worked on ideal theory
Born
January 29th, 1810
215 years ago
Died
May 14th, 1893
131 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Contributed significantly to algebraic number theory, particularly in the development of the theory of ideals. Served as a professor at various universities, including the University of Berlin. Published important works that advanced the understanding of algebra and number theory, including investigations on the properties of hypergeometric functions. Introduced the notion of Kummer extension and provided foundational work that influenced future mathematicians in the field.
Developed the concept of ideals in algebra
Published works on hypergeometric functions
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