Abraham Robinson
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"Abraham Robinson" was a mathematician who is most widely known for development of non-standard analysis, a mathematically rigorous system whereby infinitesimal and Infinity#Nonstandard_analysis/infinite numbers were reincorporated into modern mathematics.

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As far as I know, only a small minority of mathematicians, even of those with Platonist views, accept the idea that there may be mathematical facts which are true but unknowable.

We conclude that, simultaneously with the organization of the colleges, there should be at Santa Cruz an organization by disciplines, whose units would have a voice in appointments and promotions, in course of programs, and in the allocation of funds for research.