Quotes by Abraham Robinson

About Abraham Robinson:

Abraham Robinson is most widely known for development of non-standard analysis, a mathematically rigorous system whereby infinitesimal and infinite numbers were reincorporated into modern mathematics. Nearly half of Robinson's papers were in Applied mathematics rather than in Pure mathematics (according to MacTutor).
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The Committee supports the idea that there should be, within the University of California, a campus which puts particular emphasis on the education of undergraduates within the framework of a College system.

Abraham Robinson

As far as I know, only a small minority of mathematicians, even of those with Platonist views, accept the idea that there may be mathematical facts which are true but unknowable.

Abraham Robinson

We conclude that, simultaneously with the organization of the colleges, there should be at Santa Cruz an organization by disciplines, whose units would have a voice in appointments and promotions, in course of programs, and in the allocation of funds...

Abraham Robinson

Author Bio

  • NameAbraham Robinson
  • DescriptionAmerican mathematician
  • BornOctober 6, 1918
  • DiedApril 11, 1974
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionMathematician; Engineer