Srinivasa Ramanujan

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Srinivasa Ramanujan (1887-1920):

 Srinivasa Ramanujan was an Indian mathematician who made significant
contributions to number theory, mathematical analysis, and infinite series.
 Born in Erode, Tamil Nadu, Ramanujan displayed extraordinary mathematical
abilities from an early age.
 Despite facing financial difficulties and lack of formal education, he
independently developed complex mathematical theories and identities.
 Ramanujan's work attracted the attention of British mathematicians, including
G.H. Hardy, who recognized his genius and invited him to Cambridge
University.
 During his short life, Ramanujan produced groundbreaking research on topics
like partition functions, mock theta functions, and continued fractions.
 His collaboration with Hardy resulted in the publication of many papers and
discoveries.
 Ramanujan received numerous honors, including being elected a Fellow of the
Royal Society, one of the highest honors in mathematics.
 Unfortunately, his health deteriorated, and he passed away at the young age
of 32. Nevertheless, his legacy continues to inspire mathematicians around the
world.
2. Shakuntala Devi (1929-2013):
 Shakuntala Devi, also known as the "Human Computer," was an Indian
mathematician and mental calculator.
 Born in Bangalore, Devi demonstrated exceptional mathematical skills at a
very young age, which gained her recognition and fame.
 She could perform complex mental calculations involving large numbers
within seconds, astonishing audiences worldwide.
 Devi's extraordinary ability earned her a place in the 1982 edition of the
Guinness Book of World Records.
 Apart from mental calculations, Devi also authored several books on
mathematics, puzzles, and astrology.
 She was a strong advocate for the importance of mathematics in everyday life
and worked to popularize the subject.
 Devi traveled extensively, giving performances and lectures on mathematics,
mental calculations, and the potential of the human mind.
 Her contributions and achievements made her an icon in the field of
mathematics and a source of inspiration for aspiring mathematicians.
3. C.R. Rao (1920-present):
 C.R. Rao, full name Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao, is an eminent Indian
statistician and mathematician.
 Born in Hadagali, Karnataka, Rao has made significant contributions to the
field of statistics and its applications.
 He is best known for developing the theory of estimation and the Cramér-Rao
inequality, which established fundamental bounds on the accuracy of
statistical estimators.
 Rao has also contributed to multivariate analysis, experimental design, and the
theory of least squares.
 Throughout his career, Rao held various academic positions, including
professorships at prestigious institutions like the Indian Statistical Institute and
Pennsylvania State University.
 He has received numerous awards and honors, including the Padma
Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian award.
 Rao's work has had a profound impact on the field of statistics, and he is
widely regarded as one of the greatest statisticians of the 20th century.
 Even in his advanced age, Rao continues to actively contribute to research and
mentor young statisticians, leaving an indelible mark on the discipline.
Aryabhatta (476–550 CE):
 Aryabhatta was an ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer who made

significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy.
 Born in Kusumapura (present-day Patna), Aryabhatta's work had a profound
influence on the development of mathematics and astronomy in ancient India.
 He is best known for his treatise, the Aryabhatiya, which provides detailed
explanations of mathematical concepts and astronomical calculations.
 Aryabhatta introduced the concept of zero (shunya) and place value system in
his works, which had a transformative impact on mathematics.
 His work also included methods for solving algebraic equations, calculating
square roots, and determining trigonometric values.
 Aryabhatta accurately calculated the value of π (pi) and provided a method for
calculating the circumference of a circle.
 In astronomy, Aryabhatta proposed a heliocentric model of the solar system,
where the Earth revolves around the Sun.
 He accurately calculated the length of a year, the motion of celestial bodies,
and eclipses.
 Aryabhatta's contributions to mathematics and astronomy laid the foundation
for subsequent advancements in these fields, both in India and around the
world.
 His work was revered and studied by scholars for centuries and had a lasting
impact on the development of scientific thought in ancient India.

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