Ulisse Dini
Italian mathematician and politician
Born
1845
180 years ago
Died
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Contributions to mathematics included work on real analysis, calculus, and differential equations. Established the Dini derivative, which is important in the study of functions and their characteristics. Served as a senator in the Italian political system. Involved in various mathematical societies and made significant contributions to academic institutions in Italy.
Developed the Dini derivative
Contributed to real analysis and calculus
Served as a senator in Italy
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