May 16, 2025
Japanese mathematician Masaki Kashiwara was awarded the Abel Prize for his pioneering work in algebraic analysis and representation theory, notably the development of D-module theory and the discovery of crystal bases. D-module theory helps explain deep connections between geometry and physics and is used in areas such as quantum field theory. Crystal bases simplify the study of quantum groups, making complex structures more accessible in mathematical and theoretical physics. Kashiwara has held academic positions at Nagoya University, Japan, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA. His innovative work has bridged key mathematical disciplines and left a lasting global impact.
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