"Ahlfors theory" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Named after Finnish mathematician Lars Ahlfors (1907—1996), who published the theory in 1935. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Ahlfors theory (uncountable)
  1. (complex analysis, differential geometry) A geometric counterpart to Nevanlinna theory that extends the applicability of the concept of covering surface (of a topological space) by defining a covering number (a generalised "degree of covering") applicable to any bordered Riemann surface equipped with a conformal Riemannian metric. Wikipedia link: Acta Mathematica, Ahlfors theory, Lars Ahlfors Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Complex analysis, Differential geometry Synonyms: Ahlfors' theory, Ahlfors' theory of covering surfaces

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