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How old was Terence Tao when he received the Fields Medal?

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At the age of 31, Terence Tao became the youngest recipient of the Fields Medal in 2006. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional contributions to mathematics, and Tao's groundbreaking work in areas like harmonic analysis, partial differential equations, and number theory made him a worthy recipient. His achievements continue to inspire and motivate future generations of mathematicians.
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