Vladimir Drinfeld is a prominent Russian mathematician known for his significant contributions to number theory and algebraic geometry. Born on February 22, 1954, he gained international recognition for his work on quantum groups and modular forms, which have important applications in various areas of mathematics and theoretical physics. Drinfeld was awarded the prestigious Fields Medal in 1990 for his groundbreaking research. He has also played a key role in the development of Drinfeld modules, which are a type of mathematical structure that generalizes elliptic curves. His work continues to influence modern mathematics and inspire new generations of mathematicians.