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Anatoly Timofeevich Fomenko is a Soviet and Russian mathematician and professor at Moscow State University. He is recognized as a topologist and is a member of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Fomenko is known for his work in geometry and topology, areas of advanced mathematics. He is also a painter and illustrator, creating artwork inspired by topological objects and mathematical structures. Beyond his academic work, Fomenko is known for promoting a controversial theory of history.

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1974C$0.01M

Doctor of Sciences Degree

Fomenko earns his Doctor of Sciences degree, advancing his academic career.

1981C$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M

Professorship at MSU

Becomes a professor at Moscow State University, solidifying his position.

1990C$0.2M+$0.1M

Develops New Chronology

Begins developing his controversial 'New Chronology' theory.

2000C$0.5M+$0.3M

Publishes 'History'

Publishes multiple volumes on his 'New Chronology', gaining notoriety.

2010C$0.75M+$0.25M

Continued Publications

Continues publishing on his historical theories, despite criticism.

2020D$0.9M+$0.15000000000000002M

Maintains Following

Maintains a following for his 'New Chronology,' though widely discredited.

2026D$1M+$0.09999999999999998M

Promotes Historical Theories

Continues to promote his controversial theories but remains on the fringes of historical academia.

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Last updated: February 25, 2026