Pierre Frank

Pierre-Jean Frank (1891–1976) was a French mathematician renowned for his work in differential geometry, specifically on minimal surfaces—shapes that minimize surface area, like soap films. He contributed to understanding how these surfaces can be classified and analyzed using advanced mathematical techniques. His research has applications in physics, engineering, and architecture, where understanding surface structures and stability is important. Overall, Frank's work helps us better comprehend complex geometric forms and their properties, bridging theoretical mathematics with real-world applications.