Alexander Grothendieck

About Alexander Grothendieck

Birth Day: March 28, 1928
Birth Place: Germany

Alexander Grothendieck

Alexander Grothendieck was born on March 28, 1928 in Germany. Mathematician known for creating the modern theory of algebraic geometry. His generalization of the classical Riemann-Roch theorem launched the study of algebraic and topological K-theory.

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Occupation
Age 86 years old
Zodiac Sign Aries
Born March 28, 1928 (Germany)
Birthday March 28
Town/City Germany
Nationality Germany

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Alexander Grothendieck’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.

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About

Mathematician known for creating the modern theory of algebraic geometry. His generalization of the classical Riemann-Roch theorem launched the study of algebraic and topological K-theory.

Before Fame

He studied mathematics at the University of Montpellier, but performed better when he studied independently.

Trivia

He ceased his work in mathematics in 1970 to focus on political activism for eighteen years before becoming stateless and relocating to the Pyrenees.

Family Life

His parents were anarchists who fled from Germany to France during World War II. His father died in the Auschwitz concentration camp.

Associated With

He was awarded the Fields Medal in Mathematics in 1966, the same year as Paul Cohen.

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