Biography · Polish-American mathematician

Stanisław Ulam

1909 · 1984

Years lived
75
Photos
25
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Born

April 13, 1909

Lviv, Ukraine

Died

May 13, 1984

Santa Fe, United States

Known for

Polish-American mathematician

Stanisław Ulam (1909–1984) was Ukraine best known for Polish-American mathematician.

Stanisław Marcin Ulam (April 13, 1909 – May 13, 1984) was a Polish-American mathematician. He was a key figure in the Manhattan Project, co-inventing the Teller–Ulam design and developing the Monte Carlo method. His work significantly advanced nuclear physics and computer science.

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  • When did Stanisław Ulam die?

    Stanisław Ulam died on May 13, 1984 in Santa Fe, United States, at the age of 75.

  • Where was Stanisław Ulam born?

    Stanisław Ulam was born in Lviv, Ukraine on April 13, 1909.

  • What is Stanisław Ulam best known for?

    Stanisław Ulam is best known for Polish-American mathematician.

  • How old was Stanisław Ulam when they died?

    Stanisław Ulam was 75 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Stanisław Ulam?

    Stanisław Ulam was from Ukraine.

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