Edward Nelson
Mathematician, Academic
1932 – 2014
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Who was Edward Nelson?
Edward Nelson was a professor in the Mathematics Department at Princeton University. He was known for his work on mathematical physics and mathematical logic. In mathematical logic, he was noted especially for his internal set theory, and his controversial views on ultrafinitism and the consistency of arithmetic. He also wrote on the relationship between religion and mathematics.
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- Born
- May 4, 1932
Decatur - Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- University of Chicago
- Employment
- Princeton University
- Died
- Sep 10, 2014
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on July 23, 2013
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