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Alexander Razborov is an Andrew McLeish Distinguished Service Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Chicago. He obtained his B.S. from Moscow State University in 1985 and completed his PhD at the Steklov Mathematical Institute in 1987, followed by a Doctoral Degree in 1991. He has an extensive research career focusing on logic, theoretical computer science, combinatorics, combinatorial group theory, circuit complexity, quantum computing, and communication complexity. His current projects include Continuous Combinatorics, which examines traditional combinatorial structures through infinite abstractions and various mathematical frameworks including algebra, analysis, and probability theory. Another significant area of his work is Propositional Proof Complexity, which seeks to understand the efficient proofs of true statements by drawing insights from mathematical logic and computer science. Razborov's contributions extend to making connections between operational principles in practical areas such as SAT solvers.
Department of Philosophy