Wacław Sierpiński

Polish mathematician and set theorist

Wacław Sierpiński - Polish mathematician and set theorist
Born

March 14th, 1882
143 years ago

Died

October 21st, 1969
55 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Poland

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A prominent mathematician, contributed significantly to the fields of set theory, topology, and number theory. Developed Sierpiński carpet and Sierpiński triangle, which are essential concepts in fractal geometry. Sierpiński worked at various academic institutions and published numerous research papers, establishing a legacy in mathematics education. The mathematician also played a pivotal role in organizing the Polish Mathematical Society.

Created the Sierpiński carpet

Developed the Sierpiński triangle

Established Sierpiński prime numbers

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