Sierpinski, Waclaw (1882-1969)

Sierpinski was a Polish mathematician who contributed to set theory, number theory and topology. He was a prolific writer publishing over 700 papers and 50 books. Several fractals are named after him, including Sierpinski's Triangle and carpet.


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Date: 8/18/1983
Location: Warsaw(?), Poland