Mary Ellen Rudin
Mathematician recognized for topology
Born
December 7th, 1924
100 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to topology and was involved in various mathematical research areas. Served as a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for several decades. Published numerous research papers and mentored many graduate students, influencing the field of mathematics. Participated in various mathematical organizations and served on editorial boards of prominent journals.
Contributed to the fields of topology and set theory
Published over 80 research papers
Served as president of the Association for Women in Mathematics
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