John Horton Conway

Mathematician; inventor of the Game of Life

John Horton Conway - Mathematician; inventor of the Game of Life
Born

1937
88 years ago

Died

April 11th, 2020
5 years ago — 83 years old

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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