Where did Grothendieck become a research professor in 1958?
Princeton University
Oxford University
IHÉS
Sorbonne University
Answer
IHÉS, the prestigious Institut des Hautes Études Scientifiques in France, welcomed Grothendieck as a research professor in 1958. This appointment marked a significant milestone in his career, providing him with an ideal environment to pursue his groundbreaking work in algebraic geometry and other areas of mathematics. IHÉS fostered a collaborative and interdisciplinary atmosphere, enabling Grothendieck to interact with leading scholars and contribute to the advancement of mathematical knowledge.
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