Leonid Kantorovich
Mathematician and economist, Nobel laureate
Born
January 19th, 1912
113 years ago
Died
April 7th, 1986
39 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Russia
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Achieved significant contributions in mathematics and economics, particularly in the field of linear programming. Developed the Kantorovich method, which facilitated optimal resource allocation and planning. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 1975 for contributions to the theory of economic optimization. Additionally, contributed to various other mathematical disciplines, including functional analysis and operations research.
Developed the Kantorovich method for resource allocation
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 1975
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