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March 2025
Mini course “Vertex operator algebras and their representations”
Vertex operator algebras have been a topic of interest in mathematical physics for several decades, as they constitute one possible approach to formalize physical concepts from conformal field theory. They have relations to several other areas of mathematics, most notably to the theory of finite simple groups. This specific relation lead in fact to the award of the Fields Medal to Professor Richard Borcherds at the International Congress of Mathematicians in Berlin in 1998. Professor Gannon is the author of…
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Atlantic Topological Quantum Field Theory Spring School 2025
Topological Quantum Field Theory (TQFT) emerged in the 1980s in an effort to interpret quantum field theory through cobordism categories. Today, TQFTs play a central role in both mathematics and theoretical physics, especially in understanding global symmetries and the low-energy behaviour of gapped systems. This week-long school, aimed primarily at early-career graduate students, will feature three lecture series plus TA-led problem sessions, introducing students to cutting-edge topics brought together by TQFTs. Lecture topics will include fusion categories and condensed matter,…
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