Chapter 1
A prodigy in Leningrad
Chapter 2
Conquering the Poincaré conjecture
Chapter 3
The refusal of fame and fortune
Chapter 4
Topology and the shape of reality
YOUR GOAL
Master of The mystery of Grigori Perelman
Ch 1 · A prodigy in Leningrad
diego The Poincaré Conjecture Proof
Solving the Poincaré conjecture, then leaving the million-dollar prize behind
diego Perelman conducted his early professional research at one of Russia's most prestigious scientific academies.
diego Perelman achieved global recognition as a teenager by winning a gold medal with a perfect score.
Fun Fact
Perfect score: Grigori Perelman scored a perfect 42 out of 42 at the 1982 International Mathematical Olympiad, a feat achieved by very few.
Glossary
prodigy (noun)
A person, especially a child, of extraordinary talent or ability. In 1982, sixteen-year-old Grigori Perelman earned a perfect score at the Budapest math olympiad.
A person, especially a child, of extraordinary talent or ability. In 1982, sixteen-year-old Grigori Perelman earned a perfect score at the Budapest math olympiad.
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What year did Grigori Perelman return to Russia after his research fellowships in the United States?
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In 1982, at which international competition did 16-year-old Grigori Perelman win a gold medal with a perfect score?
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During his time in the United States in 1994, which major geometric problem did Grigori Perelman solve?
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Who was the influential math coach who mentored young Grigori Perelman at his specialized school?
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Which legendary specialized school in Leningrad did Grigori Perelman attend starting in 1975?
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What mathematical concept did Grigori Perelman publish early papers on, establishing his global reputation in geometry?
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At which prestigious Russian institution did Grigori Perelman work after completing his doctorate in 1990?