Raoul Bott
Mathematician known for Bott periodicity
Born
September 24th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
December 20th, 2005
19 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A Hungarian-American mathematician specialized in topology and algebraic geometry. Contributions to the field include the Bott periodicity theorem, which significantly influenced the development of K-theory and stable homotopy theory. Held academic positions at prestigious institutions, including Harvard University, and contributed to the understanding of differential forms. Participated in advancing the application of mathematics in various scientific areas.
Developed the Bott periodicity theorem
Contributed to K-theory and stable homotopy
Held a professorship at Harvard University
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