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John G. Thompson

John G. Thompson
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John Griggs Thompson is an American mathematician at the University of Florida noted for his work in the field of finite groups. He was awarded the Fields Medal in 1970, the Wolf Prize in 1992, and the Abel Prize in 2008.

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  1. Annie EasleyApril 23, 1932 – June 25, 2011
  2. François EnglertNovember 6, 1932 – June 18, 2026
  3. John G. Thompson (this page)October 13, 1932 – present
  4. Luc MontagnierAugust 18, 1932 – February 8, 2022
  5. Sheldon GlashowDecember 5, 1932 – present
  6. Solomon W. GolombMay 30, 1932 – May 1, 2016

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