Vladimir Voevodsky on mathematics and life

Biosystems. 2021 Jul:205:104407. doi: 10.1016/j.biosystems.2021.104407. Epub 2021 Mar 18.

Abstract

This is a brief overview of Vladimir Voevodsky's (1966-2017) intellectual and professional biography, which is partly based on the author's personal memories. Voevodsky's biologically-motivated mathematical works are considered in the context of his research in the Algebraic Geometry and in the Univalent Foundations of mathematics. Some biographical details, which are important for understanding Voevodsky's achievements and his personality, are provided.

Publication types

  • Biography
  • Historical Article
  • Portrait

MeSH terms

  • Biology / history*
  • History, 20th Century
  • History, 21st Century
  • Mathematics / history*
  • Russia

Personal name as subject

  • Vladimir Voevodsky