Nikolai Bugaev
Mathematician and philosopher
Born
September 14th, 1837
188 years ago
Died
June 11th, 1903
122 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Russia
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Contributions to mathematics included work in the fields of analysis and probability theory. Developed a philosophical outlook on the nature of mathematics and its foundations, emphasizing the importance of logic. Served as a professor at the University of St. Petersburg, influencing future generations of mathematicians. Participated in discussions around the philosophy of mathematics within the Russian mathematical community.
Contributed to the development of probability theory
Influenced philosophical discussions on mathematics
Served as a professor at the University of St. Petersburg
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