
Hermann Grassmann
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Hermann Grassmann was a German polymath known for his work in mathematics, linguistics, and physics. He is best remembered for his contributions to algebra and the development of vector theory, particularly through his seminal work, the Ausdehnungslehre (Theory of Extension), published in 1844. This groundbreaking text introduced concepts that would later become fundamental in linear algebra and geometry, establishing a new framework for understanding mathematical relationships. Grassmann's ideas were ahead of his time, influencing future generations of mathematicians and scientists.
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Tedesco
Data di nascita
April 15, 1809
Luogo di nascita
Stettin, Pomerania, Prussia
Data di morte
September 26, 1877
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