Hans Freudenthal

Hans Freudenthal (1905–1990) was a Dutch mathematician, historian of mathematics and university teacher.

Also recorded as V. Sirolf; V. Sirlof; H. Freudenthal.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Jitschack Freudenthal.

Also worked under the name V. Sirolf.

Born at Luckenwalde in 1905, died at Utrecht in 1990.

In detail

Hans Freudenthal studied at Frederick William University Berlin. the recorded working language is Dutch and German.

The field of work recorded is topology, didactics of mathematics and didactic method.

Employment is recorded with Utrecht University and University of Amsterdam. Positions recorded include rector and chairperson. Membership is recorded of Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences and International Academy of the History of Science.

Works named in the authority record are Freudenthal suspension theorem, Impossible Puzzle, Freudenthal algebra, Freudenthal magic square and Lincos.

Distinctions recorded are De Gouden Ganzenveer and honorary doctorate of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Hans Freudenthal”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q77506: Hans Freudenthal

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