Vladimir Voevodsky
Professor
School of Mathematics

Vladimir Voevodsky is known for work in the homology theory of schemes, algebraic K-theory, and interrelations between algebraic geometry and algebraic topology. He is concerned with a synthesis of algebraic geometry and homotopy theory, two major branches of modern mathematics. His research has influenced the development of algebraic geometry and topology, and has led to a solution of several outstanding problems. One consequence of his work is the solution of the Milnor Conjecture. He made one of the most outstanding advances in algebraic geometry in the past few decades by developing new cohomology theories for algebraic varieties. His work is characterized by an ability to handle highly abstract ideas with ease and flexibility and to deploy those ideas in solving quite concrete mathematical problems.

Ph.D., Harvard University, 1992; Junior Fellow, Harvard Society of Fellows, 1992-96; Visiting Scholar, Harvard University, 1996-97; Visiting Scholar, Max-Planck Institute, 1996-97; Sloan Fellow, 1996-98; Professor, Northwestern University, 1996-97; Institute for Advanced Study, Member, 1992-93, 1998-02, Professor, 2002-; Clay Prize Fellowship, 1999, 2000; Fields Medal, 2002.