If I am to give a prize to someone, I should give it to myself.
Solved Poincare conjecture, refused Fields Medal
If I am to give a prize to someone, I should give it to myself.
Solved Poincare conjecture, refused Fields Medal
Reported response when asked if he would accept a prize
2006
Found in 1 providers: grok
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"If the proof is correct, then no other recognition is needed."
Strange & Unusual"I don't see anything special in my proof. It's just a proof, nothing else."
Controversial"I have to finish the calculations. I still have some details to work out."
Humorous"Leave me alone."
Humorous"I prefer to live a quiet life."
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