Rolf Nevanlinna
Rolf Herman Nevanlinna (
October 22,
1895 -
May 28,
1980) is perhaps the most famous
Finnish mathematician. He is particuarly appreciated for his work in
theory of functions (i.e., complex analysis). Apart from
mathematics, Nevanlinna took great interest in
culture and
politics. His opinions in politics were sometimes somewhat controversial, but his talents as an amateur
musician were widely appreciated.
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