Arthur T. Benjamin
Arthur T. Benjamin (born March 19, 1961) is an American mathematician who specializes in combinatorics. Since 1989 he has been a professor of mathematics at Harvey Mudd College, where he is the Smallwood Family Professor of Mathematics.
Arthur T. Benjamin | |
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| Born | March 19, 1961 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
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| Known for | Mental mathematics feats, Combinatorics, "Mathemagic" |
| Awards | American Backgammon Tour Player of the Year 1997 |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Mathematics, combinatorics |
| Institutions | Harvey Mudd College |
| Doctoral advisor | Alan J. Goldman |
He is known for mental math capabilities and "Mathemagics" performances in front of live audiences. His mathematical abilities have been highlighted in newspaper and magazine articles, at TED Talks and on the Colbert Report.
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