7 Extraordinary Mathematicians Who Didn’t Study Mathematics at University
Mirzakhani was an Iranian mathematician who became the first woman to win the Fields Medal, one of the most prestigious awards in mathematics.
Maryam Mirzakhani
Ramanujan did not have a formal university education in mathematics, but instead, did extensive self-study and made important discoveries in the mathematical field.
Srinivasa Ramanujan
Euler did not study mathematics at university, but rather received his education in theology and philosophy, and become one of the most prolific mathematicians in history.
Leonhard Euler
He did not study mathematics at university but rather studied law and pursued a career as a civil servant while developing his mathematical skills through self-study.
Devi was an Indian mathematician and mental calculator who was known as the "human computer" for her exceptional mathematical abilities.
Shakuntala Devi
Hamilton was an Irish mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to algebra, optics, and classical mechanics.
William Rowan Hamilton
He did not study mathematics at university but his work on logic and algebraic systems revolutionized the field of mathematics in various areas of science and technology.
George Boole
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