About Hermann Schubert
Lived 1848 – 1911 (aged 63). Hermann Schubert was a German mathematician, known for Enumerative geometry and Schubert calculus.
Hermann Cäsar Hannibal Schubert (22 May 1848 – 20 July 1911) was a German mathematician.
Schubert was one of the leading developers of enumerative geometry, which considers those parts of algebraic geometry that involve a finite number of solutions. In 1874, Schubert won a prize for solving a question posed by Zeuthen. Schubert calculus was named after him.
Schubert tutored Adolf Hurwitz at the Realgymnasium Andreanum in Hildesheim, Hanover, and arranged for Hurwitz to study under Felix Klein at University.
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Who was Hermann Schubert?
German mathematician (1848-1911)
When was Hermann Schubert born?
Hermann Schubert was born on 22 May 1848 in Potsdam.
When did Hermann Schubert die?
Hermann Schubert died on 20 July 1911 in Hamburg.
What was Hermann Schubert's occupation?
Hermann Schubert was a mathematician.
What was Hermann Schubert known for?
Hermann Schubert was known for Enumerative geometry and Schubert calculus.
What nationality was Hermann Schubert?
Hermann Schubert was German.
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