 Boris Vladimirovich Gnedenko

Boris Vladimirovich Gnedenko (1912–1995) was a prominent Soviet mathematician known for his contributions to probability theory and mathematical statistics. He made significant contributions to various areas within these fields, including the study of queues, reliability theory, and stochastic processes. One of his notable achievements was his work on the theory of extreme values, which has implications in various practical applications such as engineering and quality control.