Heiner Zieschang facts for kids

Heiner Zieschang was a German mathematician who lived from 1936 to 2004. He was born on November 12, 1936, in Kiel, Germany, and passed away on April 5, 2004.

About Heiner Zieschang

Heiner Zieschang was a very important person in the world of mathematics. He spent many years teaching and researching at a university.

His Work as a Professor

From 1968 to 2002, Heiner Zieschang was a professor at Ruhr-University Bochum in Germany. A professor is a teacher at a university who also does a lot of research in their field. He taught students about complex math topics and helped advance mathematical knowledge.

Special Recognition

Heiner Zieschang received special honors for his contributions to mathematics.

• In 1996, he was given an honorary doctor's degree from the University of Toulouse in France. This is a special title given to people who have achieved great things.
• In 1997, he became an honorary professor at Moscow State University in Russia. This means he was recognized for his excellent work and knowledge, even though he wasn't a full-time teacher there.

Heiner Zieschang's work helped us understand more about different areas of mathematics.