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Delve into the intertwined history of mathematics and human ingenuity through the contributions of Alexandr Danilovich Alexandrov, a prominent Russian geometer known for his work on abstract convexity, H-convexity, and more.
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Interaction ofOrder and Convexity S.S. Kutateladze
Mathematics is not a divine gift. Mathematics is a human enterprise, challenge, and endeavor. The gift of mathematics goes from master to student. The alternating chain of masters and students is the true savior of mathematics. • Geometry is a vast treasure trove founded by Euclid and enriched by his innumerous students and followers. Alexandr Alexandrov was one of them. The Gift of Mathematics
Alexandr Danilovich Alexandrov was the first and foremost Russian geometer of the twentieth century. • He contributed to mathematics under the slogan: • “Retreat to Euclid.’’ Alexandrov(1912-1999)