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Eric Goles Perez

b. 1951

Chilean computer scientist and mathematician

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About Eric Goles Perez

Born 1951. Eric Goles Perez is a Chilean mathematician, computer scientist and writer.

Eric Antonio Goles Chacc (born August 21, 1951, in Antofagasta, Chile) is a Chilean mathematician and computer scientist of Croatian descent. He studied mathematical engineering at the University of Chile before earning two doctorates from the University of Grenoble in France. His research focuses on discrete mathematics, theoretical computer science, complex systems, and cellular automata.

Goles is currently a full professor at Adolfo Ibáñez University in Chile, where he founded and directs a Ph.D. program in complex systems.

In 1993, Goles was awarded Chile's National Prize for Exact Sciences. He also served as President of CONICYT, the Chilean equivalent of the National Science Foundation in the U.S..

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Important facts

Born
21 August 1951, Antofagasta
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Mathematician, computer scientist, writer
Nationality
Chile
Education
University of Chile, St. Aloysius College, Antofagasta
Employers
University of Chile
Awards
Honorary doctorate from University of Orléans
Also known as
Eric Antonio Goles Chacc

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Eric Goles Perez?

Chilean computer scientist and mathematician

When was Eric Goles Perez born?

Eric Goles Perez was born on 21 August 1951 in Antofagasta.

What is Eric Goles Perez's occupation?

Eric Goles Perez is a mathematician, computer scientist and writer.

What nationality is Eric Goles Perez?

Eric Goles Perez is Chilean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eric Goles Perez

· Wikidata: Q3514267

· DBpedia: Eric Goles

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