What year did Grothendieck leave IHÉS?
1965
1980
1975
1970
Answer
Grothendieck departed IHÉS in 1970, marking a significant turning point in his career. Frustrated with the institutionalized nature of mathematics and seeking a more solitary path, he decided to sever ties with the esteemed research institute. This departure symbolized his growing disillusionment with the academic world and heralded a period of intense personal and intellectual transformation.
Master of Abstract Mathematics: The Extraordinary Life of Alexander Grothendieck
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