Olga Ladyzhenskaya
Mathematician and academic specializing in mathematics
Born
March 7th, 1922
103 years ago
Died
January 12th, 2004
21 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Russia
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Made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and mathematical physics. Developed theories in the study of partial differential equations and nonlinear equations. Worked at the Steklov Institute of Mathematics in Saint Petersburg and held a professorship at the University of Stuttgart. Published numerous research papers that advanced the understanding of fluid dynamics and turbulence. Received recognition for teaching and mentoring many students in mathematical sciences.
Contributed to the theory of nonlinear differential equations
Published landmark papers in fluid dynamics
Mentored students and researchers in mathematics
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