Stanisław Mazur
Mathematician and theorist
Born
January 1st, 1905
120 years ago
Died
1981
44 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Poland
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Born in 1905, a mathematician specialized in functional analysis and topology. Contributed to the field through research and teaching, influencing future generations in mathematics. Published numerous papers and worked on a variety of mathematical problems. Held academic positions at several institutions and collaborated with notable mathematicians during his career.
Developed theories in functional analysis
Published extensively on topology
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