Who is Dean Schlicter? Discovering His Inspiring Quotes

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In summary, the conversation discusses a quote from Dean Charles Schlichter about mathematics and the lack of information about him on the internet. It is mentioned that he may have been a dean at the University of Wisconsin and the quote is referenced in a book called "Mathematically Speaking - A Dictionary of Quotation". There is a request for anyone who has a copy of volume XXIX of The Mathematics Teacher to provide information about Schlichter.
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The following quotation from Dean Schlicter is an inspiration

"Go down deep enough into anything and you will find mathematics."


But who is Dean Schlicter. I don't see much information about him on the internet except for that quotation.

Do someone have knowledge about him?
 
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There was a Dean Charles Schlichter at Berkeley, and also at Wisconsin …

but no indication of any connection with the quotation.

It rather looks as if the quotation is invented.​
 
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That's a pity. It could have been a great service to mathematic if it had come from a famous scientist.
 
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According to the book Mathematically Speaking - A Dictionary of Quotation, this is quoted in The Mathematics Teacher, Jan. 1936, Vol. XXIX, no. 1 p29.
 
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Dean Charles Schlichter?

matematikawan said:
According to the book Mathematically Speaking - A Dictionary of Quotation, this is quoted in The Mathematics Teacher, Jan. 1936, Vol. XXIX, no. 1 p29.

hmm … we still don't know who he is, though :confused: …

The dictionary, at http://books.google.com/books?id=4a...ge&q="The Future of Geometry" Joseph&f=false").

The best guess seems to be Charles Schlichter, dean of the graduate school of the nearby University of Wisconsin in the 1920s … see http://books.google.com/books?id=jJ...="Dean Charles Schlichter" Wisconsin&f=false".

Does anyone have a copy of volume XXIX of The Mathematics Teacher? :smile:

("The Mathematics Teacher" (author: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Vols. 1-58, 1908-65 :smile:) is referenced at http://www.archive.org/details/mathematicsteac00unkngoog" :redface:)​
 
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What is the background of Dean Schlicter?

Dean Schlicter is a renowned American physicist and mathematician. He was born on October 20, 1941 in San Francisco, California. He completed his undergraduate studies at the California Institute of Technology and went on to earn his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley.

What are some of Dean Schlicter's most famous contributions to science?

Dean Schlicter is best known for his work in statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. He is credited with developing the concept of renormalization group, which has had a significant impact on many fields of physics. He has also made important contributions to the understanding of phase transitions and critical phenomena.

What are some of Dean Schlicter's most inspiring quotes?

Some of Dean Schlicter's most inspiring quotes include:

  • "The best scientist is open to experience and begins with romance - the idea that anything is possible."
  • "The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not ‘Eureka!’ but ‘That’s funny…’"
  • "Science is the process that takes us from confusion to understanding."

What impact has Dean Schlicter had on the scientific community?

Dean Schlicter's work has had a significant impact on the scientific community. His contributions to statistical mechanics and thermodynamics have greatly advanced our understanding of these fields. He has also mentored and inspired many young scientists, shaping the future of physics and mathematics.

What can we learn from Dean Schlicter's life and work?

Dean Schlicter's life and work serve as a reminder that curiosity and passion are essential to scientific discovery. His dedication to understanding the world around us and his willingness to think outside the box have led to groundbreaking advancements in physics. He also teaches us the importance of mentorship and inspiring the next generation of scientists.

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