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Hans Freudenthal

Dutch mathematician (1905-1990) · Germany · On the map · Academics · Died at 85

Hans Freudenthal was a Jewish German-born Dutch mathematician. He made substantial contributions to algebraic topology and also took an interest in literature, philosophy, history and mathematics education.

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De Gouden Ganzenveer1984
Honorary Doctorate of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel1974

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Country
Germany
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1905 to 1990 · aged 85