“Mathematicians grow very old; it is a healthy profession. The reason you live long is that you have pleasant thoughts. Math and physics are very pleasant things to do.”
Quote by Dirk Jan Struik
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Dirk Jan Struik
Dirk Jan Struik was a renowned Dutch mathematician known for his contributions to the history of mathematics and applied mathematics. Born on September 30, 1894, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, he passed away on October 21, 2000. Struik's research focused on the history of mathematics, especially in the Netherlands, and he authored several influential books on the subject. more
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