Otto Blumenthal

Mathematician; contributed to algebra

Otto Blumenthal - Mathematician; contributed to algebra
Born

July 20th, 1876
148 years ago

Died

1944
81 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

Links & References

Born in Germany, a mathematician and academic focused on algebra and its applications. Worked extensively in the field of abstract algebra and contributed to the development of the theory of groups. Held a position at the University of Berlin, where significant research on algebraic structures and their properties took place. Influenced the educational landscape through teaching and mentoring.

Contributed to the development of group theory

Published influential works in algebra

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