Kiyosi Itô
Mathematician and creator of Itô calculus
A Japanese mathematician made significant contributions to probability theory and stochastic processes. Developed Itô calculus, which became a cornerstone of modern financial mathematics. This work has applications in various fields, including quantitative finance and applied mathematics. Contributed to mathematical statistics and stochastic differential equations. Held a prominent academic position, influencing generations of mathematicians and researchers.
Developed Itô calculus
Pioneered stochastic processes
Influenced financial mathematics
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Actor in 'Deadwood' and 'Something About Mary'
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September 7th, 1963 62 years ago
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German footballer and manager with notable impact
Born
September 7th, 1965 60 years ago
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French mathematician and cosmologist
Born
September 7th, 1707 318 years ago
Died
April 16th, 1788 237 years ago — 80 years old
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American actor from 'Fresh Off the Boat'
Born
September 7th, 2006 19 years ago
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Russian Emperor and Reformer
Born
September 7th, 1635 390 years ago
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March 23rd, 1801 224 years ago — 165 years old
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English actor known for 'Game of Thrones'
Born
September 7th, 1997 28 years ago
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Al Renfrew
Ice hockey player and coach
Born
1924 101 years ago
Died
November 10th, 2014 11 years ago — 90 years old
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American politician and lawyer
Born
August 31st, 1907 118 years ago
Died
November 10th, 2007 18 years ago — 100 years old
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Born
June 9th, 1948 77 years ago
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November 10th, 2024 1 years ago — 76 years old
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1952 73 years ago
Died
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Swiss poet and translator
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1921 104 years ago
Died
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French philosopher and author of works
Born
June 19th, 1937 88 years ago
Died
November 10th, 2015 10 years ago — 78 years old
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