Robert Smith

Mathematician and theorist, Smith's Theorem

Robert Smith - Mathematician and theorist, Smith's Theorem
Born

November 3rd, 1757
267 years ago

Died

February 2nd, 1768
257 years ago — 10 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

England

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A prominent English mathematician and theorist, contributed significantly to the field of mathematics during the 18th century. Smith developed theories that laid foundations for algebraic topology and number theory. His work included studies on the nature of equations and their relationships. Upon his death in 1768, his influence continued to resonate in subsequent mathematical research and development.

Formulated Smith's Theorem

Contributed to algebraic topology

Investigated relationships in equations

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