Professor Elena Popoviciu, a remarkable member of our Institute, was born on August 26, 1924, and this year we celebrate the 100 years anniversary.
She has activated at the Institute between 1951-1975, becoming a key member (sector chief).
Between 1949-1984 she has taught at the Babeş-Bolyai University, where she became a full professor. As a doctoral supervisor, she has conducted the doctoral program o several mathematicians, graphically illustrated at Scolii clujene de analiză numerică şi teoria aproximării.
She has published a book and scientific articles in the field of the approximation theory (convex functions, mean value theorems, allure, etc.).
Domnia sa a fost distinsă cu premiul “Gheorghe Ţiţeica” al Academiei Române, 1974, precum şi cu Premiul de Stat (1966?).
