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Fred van der Blij

1923 – 2018

Dutch mathematician

Mathematician University teacher
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About Fred van der Blij

Lived 1923 – 2018 (aged 94). Fred van der Blij was a Dutch mathematician and university teacher.

Frederik van der Blij (13May 192327January 2018) was a Dutch mathematician. From 1955 until his retirement in 1988 he was professor at the University of Utrecht. His research focused on number theory, among other fields.

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Important facts

Born
13 May 1923, Leiden
Birth century
20th century
Died
27 January 2018, Heino
Occupation
Mathematician, university teacher
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands, Netherlands
Education
Leiden University, University of Leiden, University of Utrecht
Positions held
Rector of Utrecht University
Employers
Utrecht University, Radboud University
Also known as
Frederick van der Blij, Frederik van der Blij, F. van der Blij

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Fred van der Blij?

Dutch mathematician (1923-2018)

When was Fred van der Blij born?

Fred van der Blij was born on 13 May 1923 in Leiden.

When did Fred van der Blij die?

Fred van der Blij died on 27 January 2018 in Heino.

What was Fred van der Blij's occupation?

Fred van der Blij was a mathematician and university teacher.

What nationality was Fred van der Blij?

Fred van der Blij was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Fred van der Blij

· Wikidata: Q1962971

· DBpedia: Fred van der Blij

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