Gury Marchuk

Russian physicist and mathematician

Gury Marchuk - Russian physicist and mathematician
Born

1925
100 years ago

Died

March 24th, 2013
12 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Russia

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Contributed extensively to the fields of mathematical modeling and numerical analysis. Collaborated on the development of methods for solving partial differential equations. Served as a professor at various universities, making significant advancements in mathematical physics. Worked on the mathematical foundations of fluid mechanics and thermal conductivity, influencing both theoretical and applied sciences.

Developed methods for numerical analysis

Advanced mathematical modeling techniques

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