S. R. Ranganathan
Mathematician and librarian known for facet analysis
Born
1892
133 years ago
Died
September 27th, 1972
52 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
India
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A mathematician and librarian advanced the field of library science through innovative classification methods. Developed the Colon Classification system, which became a major contribution to organizing library resources. Served as a professor of library science, promoting the importance of systematic organization in libraries. Published several works that shaped modern library science principles and practices.
Developed the Colon Classification system
Promoted modern library science principles
Published significant works on information organization
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