Friedrich Hirzebruch
Mathematician and academic contributor
Born
1927
98 years ago
Died
May 27th, 2012
12 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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Contributions to topology and algebraic geometry were significant. Worked extensively on the theory of Riemann surfaces and invented the Hirzebruch signature theorem. Held a prominent academic position at the University of Bonn and contributed to mathematical education in Germany. Received multiple honors for achievements in mathematics and played a key role in promoting mathematics in the academic community.
Created the Hirzebruch signature theorem
Contributed to the study of Riemann surfaces
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