Fedorov, E. S. (1853-1919) A Russian geologist and crystallographer who helped lay the theoretical foundations for modern crystallography. In his famous two-part paper "Symmetry of Regular Systems of Figures" published in 1891, he proved that there are exactly 17 distinct symmetries in the wallpaper group. Related category • PHYSICISTS Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) |