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Russian mathematician in prison reportedly solves a version of the “Chui conjecture”

La Repubblica reports that Azat Miftakhov, imprisoned since 2019, has published a mathematical article addressing a modified version of the problem.

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What is happening

The journal Revue de la filière mathématique published Miftakhov’s article, which presents a solution to a modified version of the original problem proposed by French mathematician Bernard Randé. La Repubblica describes Miftakhov as a political prisoner challenging the Kremlin.

Why is it on the Radar?

The case combines Miftakhov’s imprisonment with the publication of mathematical research produced in detention.

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