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Philip Rosenau

b. 1946

Mathematician

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About Philip Rosenau

Born 1946. Philip Rosenau is an Israeli mathematician and poet, known for Compacton and Rosenau–Hyman equation.

Philip Rosenau (; born 1946), is an Israeli mathematician and a poet. He is a professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics at Tel Aviv University. He introduced compactons, along with James M. Hyman.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Known for
Compacton, Rosenau–Hyman equation
Education
Tel Aviv University, TU Braunschweig
Employers
Tel Aviv University

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Philip Rosenau's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Philip Rosenau?

mathematician

When was Philip Rosenau born?

Philip Rosenau was born on 31 August 1946 in Świebodzice.

What is Philip Rosenau's occupation?

Philip Rosenau is a mathematician and poet.

What is Philip Rosenau known for?

Philip Rosenau is known for Compacton and Rosenau–Hyman equation.

What nationality is Philip Rosenau?

Philip Rosenau is Israeli.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philip Rosenau

· Wikidata: Q7184312

· DBpedia: Philip Rosenau

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