ScienceTwo Chinese scholars solve century-old problem and win top mathematics honor

Two Chinese scholars have solved a century-old mathematical problem and received the Fields Medal for the first time. Wang Hong, aged 35, teaches in the United States and France. She is the first Chinese citizen to receive the prestigious award. She is also only the third woman in history to earn the honor.

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