Mina Rees
American mathematician and educator
Born
August 2nd, 1902
123 years ago
Died
1997
28 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the field of mathematics and its education. Worked extensively on mathematical research and served as a professor at several esteemed institutions. Made contributions to set theory and the foundations of mathematics. Played a key role in promoting mathematics education among women and minorities. Served as the first female president of the Mathematics Association of America.
Published numerous research papers in mathematics
Played a pivotal role in mathematics education reform
Served as president of the Mathematics Association of America
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