“The proof of Fermat's Last Theorem underscores how stable mathematics is through the centuries - how mathematics is one of humanity's long continuous conversations with itself.”
Quote by Barry Mazur
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Barry Mazur
Barry Mazur is a renowned mathematician known for his work in number theory and algebraic geometry. Born in December 1937, he received his Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and taught at Harvard University for many years. Mazur's research interests include modular forms, elliptic curves, and algebraic geometry, and his work has had a profound impact on the development of modern mathematics. more
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