Journal for History of Mathematics (한국수학사학회지)

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On the History of Formation of Romanian School of Finsler Geometry

루마니아 핀슬러 기하학파 형성의 역사

  • Received : 2019.01.22
  • Accepted : 2019.02.27
  • Published : 2019.02.28
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Abstract

We divide the timeline of the history of Finsler geometry, which dates back to Riemann's inaugural lecture in 1854, into three periods (hibernation, hiatus, rebirth) and we study formation of Romanian Finsler school around Iasi, Romania during the hiatus period. We look for the history centered around Radu Miron who is a third generation geometer of Iasi University and the mathematical heritage there through five generations. We also investigate mathematical impact of T. Levi-Civita, D. Hilbert, ${\acute{E}}$ Cartan who are considered as top mathematicians at their time.

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