James Joseph Sylvester
English mathematician and academic
Born
September 3rd, 1814
211 years ago
Died
March 15th, 1897
128 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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A mathematician and academic, contributions included significant work in matrix theory, invariant theory, and group theory. Held a professorship at the University of Oxford and later at Johns Hopkins University. Sylvester was instrumental in establishing the field of matrix algebra and made substantial contributions to number theory. He founded the American Journal of Mathematics and has a lasting legacy in mathematics education.
Developed foundational concepts in matrix theory
Founded the American Journal of Mathematics
Contributed to invariant theory and group theory
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