Sophie Bryant
Irish mathematician and activist
Born
February 15th, 1850
175 years ago
Died
1922
103 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Ireland
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Contributions to mathematics included work on set theory and mathematical logic. Served as a lecturer in mathematics at University College London, becoming one of the first women in this role. Engaged in the suffragist movement, advocating for women's rights and education. Published several papers, enhancing the field of mathematics and promoting the involvement of women in academia.
Contributed to set theory and mathematical logic
Served as a lecturer at University College London
Advocated for women's rights and education
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