John Horton Conway
Mathematician; inventor of the Game of Life
Born
1937
88 years ago
Died
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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A mathematician specialized in areas of combinatorial game theory, group theory, and number theory. Innovated the cellular automaton known as the Game of Life, which simulates the evolution of cell patterns. His work led to significant developments in the field of mathematics and has influenced computer science. Held a position at Princeton University and was a member of the Royal Society. Contributed to the classification of finite groups and the creation of various mathematical games.
Invented the Game of Life
Contributed to the theory of finite groups
Developed the concept of surreal numbers
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