Richard Askey
American mathematician known for his expertise in the area of special functions
About Richard Askey
Lived 1933 – 2019 (aged 86). Richard Askey was an American mathematician and university teacher, known for Askey–Gasper inequality and Askey–Wilson polynomials.
Richard Allen Askey (June 4, 1933 – October 9, 2019)
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Who was Richard Askey?
American mathematician known for his expertise in the area of special functions (1933–2019)
When was Richard Askey born?
Richard Askey was born on 4 June 1933 in St. Louis.
When did Richard Askey die?
Richard Askey died on 9 October 2019 in Madison.
What was Richard Askey's occupation?
Richard Askey was a mathematician and university teacher.
What was Richard Askey known for?
Richard Askey was known for Askey–Gasper inequality and Askey–Wilson polynomials.
What nationality was Richard Askey?
Richard Askey was American.
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