Manjul Bhargava

Manjul Bhargava is an acclaimed Indian-American mathematician known for his contributions to number theory, which is the study of integers and their properties. Born in 1974, he became a professor at Princeton University and gained international recognition when he won the Fields Medal in 2014, one of the highest honors in mathematics. His work explores deep questions about prime numbers and algebraic structures, making complex concepts more understandable. Through his research and outreach, Bhargava aims to inspire interest in mathematics, particularly in India, promoting the discipline as a dynamic and accessible field of study.