Peter Lax obituary: mathematician who pioneered computer-based solutions to real-world problems

Nature, Published online: 10 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01837-yThe Abel prizewinner’s pragmatic approach to solving differential equations was influential across fields ranging from weather forecasting to starting nuclear chain reactions.

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Peter Lax obituary: mathematician who pioneered computer-based solutions to real-world problems

Nature, Published online: 10 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01837-yThe Abel prizewinner’s pragmatic approach to solving differential equations was influential across fields ranging from weather forecasting to starting nuclear chain reactions.