Sergio Della Pergola

Israeli demographer and statistician

Sergio Della Pergola - Israeli demographer and statistician
Born

September 7th, 1947
78 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Israel

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Born in 1947, a prominent figure in the field of demography and statistics. Specialized in studying Jewish population dynamics and migration patterns. Served as a professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and held positions in various international demographic organizations. Contributed significantly to the understanding of demographic changes in Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.

Analyzed Jewish demographic trends

Served as a consultant for major demographic studies

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