Dr. Reviel Netz

Professor

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Biography

Reviel Netz is a professor specializing in the history of pre-modern mathematics, particularly in Greek mathematics and its cognitive practices. He explores issues such as visual culture, literacy, and numeracy through his research and publications. His notable works include 'Shaping Deduction: Greek Mathematics: Study in Cognitive History' (1999), 'Transformation of Early Mediterranean Mathematics: Problems and Equations' (2004), and 'Ludic Proof: Greek Mathematics and the Alexandrian Aesthetic' (2009) published by Cambridge University Press. Netz has also translated and commented on Archimedes' works, collaborating on a significant edition of the Archimedes Palimpsest which showcases important mathematical discoveries. In addition to his academic contributions, he authored the popular book 'Archimedes Codex' (2007), translated into 20 languages, focusing on the significance of the Archimedes Palimpsest Project. He has received numerous awards, including the Neumann Prize from the British Society for the History of Mathematics and several fellowships during his academic career, which illustrate his prominence in both mathematical history and literature.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2004-01-01 — Present

Department of Classics, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaches courses in Classics, oversees research in the history of mathematics.

Associate Professor

2003-01-01 — 2004-01-01

Department of Classics, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conducted advanced research and courses in the history of science and mathematics.

Assistant Professor

1999-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Department of Classics, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Introduced foundational courses in Greek mathematics and its historical context.

Awards

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Neumann Prize

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Finalist

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Runciman Award

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.