William P. Thurston

William P. Thurston was a renowned mathematician known for his groundbreaking work in topology, particularly in understanding the shape and structure of three-dimensional spaces. He developed the Thurston Geometrization Conjecture, which classifies all 3D shapes based on their geometric properties, fundamentally transforming our comprehension of complex structures. His insights connected geometry and topology, leading to advances in math and impacting fields like physics and computer science. Thurston's work earned numerous awards, including the Fields Medal, and his ideas continue to influence modern mathematics.