Karl Menger Scientist

Karl Menger (January 13, 1902 – October 5, 1985) was an Austrian-American mathematician. He was the son of the famous economist Carl Menger. He is credited with Menger's theorem. He worked on mathematics of algebras, algebra of geometries, curve and dimension theory, etc. Moreover, he contributed to game theory and social sciences.

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Karl Menger
Birth dateJanuary 13, 1902
Birth place
Austria-Hungary , Vienna , Austria
Nationality
Austrians
Date of deathOctober 05, 1985
Place of death
Illinois , Highland Park Illinois , United States
Education
University of Vienna
Known for
Menger sponge
Menger's theorem

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