"The 32nd Mersenne Prime" by David Slowinski is a scientific work that explores the groundbreaking discovery of the 32nd Mersenne Prime number. The publication, likely from the early 2000s, emphasizes the mathematical importance of this prime number and the advanced computing power used to confirm its existence. Opening with the discovery in February 1993, it connects this find to the buzz around Andrew Wiles' proof of Fermat's Last Theorem. The sheer size of the Mersenne number given highlights both the number's value and the complex calculation needed to find it. This sets the stage for a read that will intrigue those fascinated by number theory and the incredible world of computational mathematics.
The 32nd Mersenne Prime Predicted by Mersenne
By David Slowinski
Unveiling a massive prime number, this account highlights the blend of mathematical theory and computational power needed to uncover hidden numerical giants.
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1993-06-01
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About the AuthorDavid Slowinski is a mathematician involved in prime numbers. His career highlights have included the discovery of several of the largest known Mersenne primes:244497−1 (M27) on April 8, 1979
286243−1 (M28) on September 25, 1982
2132049−1 (M30) on September 19, 1983
2216091−1 (M31) on September 1, 1985
2756839−1 (M32) on February 17, 1992
2859433−1 (M33) on January 4, 1994
21257787−1 (M34) on September 3, 1996
David Slowinski is a mathematician involved in prime numbers. His career highlights have included the discovery of several of the largest known Mersenne primes:244497−1 (M27) on April 8, 1979 286243−1 (M28) on September 25, 1982 2132049−1 (M30) on September 19, 1983 2216091−1 (M31) on September 1, 1985 2756839−1 (M32) on February 17, 1992 2859433−1 (M33) on January 4, 1994 21257787−1 (M34) on September 3, 1996
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