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Revision as of 19:53, 17 February 2016

Graham Higman FRS (19 January 1917 – 8 April 2008) was a leading British mathematician.

Description

He is known for his contributions to group theory.

Quotation

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Group theory is, in fact, the theory of symmetry ... symmetry in the abstract is our study.

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In a way you could say I'm a failed topogist, if you like.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gCuVT12f6Y8

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