Emmy Noether
Noether's theorem linking symmetry and conservation laws
Most quoted
"The development of abstract algebra, which is one of the most characteristic features of mathematics today, is the inevitable outcome of the historical evolution of our science."
— from Attributed from lectures
"My work is not about finding solutions to specific problems, but about developing general theories that can be applied to many problems."
"For all that, I should like to thank the founder of the theory, Herr Dedekind; his trend of thought has affected the above developments."
— from Paper: 'Abstrakter Aufbau der Idealtheorie in algebraischen Zahl- und Funktionenkörpern', 1927
All quotes by Emmy Noether (640)
My work is not for the faint of heart.
The future of mathematics lies in abstraction.
One must always strive for the most general case.
Mathematics is not about numbers, but about structures.
The path to understanding is often through simplification.
I am not interested in solving problems, but in understanding their underlying principles.
The beauty of mathematics lies in its logical consistency.
My students are my greatest joy.
One must not be afraid to challenge established ideas.
The most profound truths are often the simplest.
My work is a continuous process of discovery.
The universe is governed by mathematical laws.
I believe in the power of abstract thought.
The pursuit of knowledge is its own reward.
My goal is to reveal the hidden structures of mathematics.
Mathematics is a language that allows us to understand the world.
The greatest challenge is to make the complex simple.
I am a mathematician, not a physicist.
The importance of a theorem lies in its implications.
My work is a testament to the power of collaboration.
Contemporaries of Emmy Noether
Other Physicss born within 50 years of Emmy Noether (1882–1935).