Tatyana Ehrenfest

Mathematician and theorist

Tatyana Ehrenfest - Mathematician and theorist
Born

October 28th, 1905
119 years ago

Died

1984
41 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Netherlands

Links & References

Born in the Netherlands, significant contributions were made in the field of mathematics and physics. Focused on functional analysis and the theory of dynamical systems. Received recognition for work on statistical mechanics and contributions to the Ehrenfest equations. Worked collaboratively with prominent scientists and laid foundations for further research in mathematical physics.

Contributions to functional analysis

Ehrenfest equations in statistical mechanics

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