Grete Hermann
Mathematician and Philosopher
Born
Died
1984
42 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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A mathematician and philosopher contributed significantly to the foundations of mathematics and logic. Served as a lecturer in mathematics at the University of Göttingen and researched issues related to the philosophy of mathematics and the relationship between mathematics and physical sciences. Published important works that addressed the foundations of set theory and mathematical logic. Engaged in the historical development of mathematics and influenced the philosophical discussions surrounding mathematical theories.
Contributed to the foundations of mathematics
Published works on set theory and logic
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