Birthdate: March 28, 1928
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Berlin, Germany
Died: November 13, 2014
Alexander Grothendieck was a mathematician known for his revolutionary contributions to modern algebraic geometry. He expanded the field by integrating commutative algebra, homological algebra, sheaf theory, and category theory. Grothendieck was awarded the Fields Medal in 1966 for his significant advancements. He held positions at the Institut des hautes études scientifiques and the University of Montpellier. Later in his career, he withdrew from the mathematical community to focus on political and religious pursuits, living in seclusion in a French village until his passing in 2014.
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