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Several mathematical disciplines such as differential geometry, topology and Riemann geometry on which Riemann left his mark have a major impact on physics today. This article describes some of these contributions of Riemann to physics.
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Samuel, J. Riemann and theoretical physics. Reson 11, 56–60 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02834474
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