Rose Rand

Logician and philosopher in Vienna Circle

Rose Rand - Logician and philosopher in Vienna Circle
Born

June 14th, 1903
121 years ago

Died

July 28th, 1980
44 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Born in Austria, a significant logician and philosopher contributed to the Vienna Circle, an influential group in the development of logical positivism. Active in the early to mid-20th century, offered critical insights into the philosophy of language and mathematics. Educated in mathematics and philosophy, her work spanned various topics including logical theory and the foundations of mathematics. Emigrated to the United States during World War II, continuing philosophical work in academic settings.

Contributed to the foundations of logical positivism

Published works on the philosophy of language

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