Topology and Related Topics Seminar
Tuesday, 13 February, 12:00-1:00
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Venue: Ramanujan Hall (Hybrid Lecture) (Speaker will be online).
Host: Rekha Santhanam
Speaker: Suraj Krishna
Affiliation: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Title: Mapping tori in geometric group theory.
Abstract: In this talk, I will provide a gentle introduction to
geometric group theory using the concept of mapping tori. Using pictures
and examples, I will introduce the relevant topics and give a glimpse of
some of the spectacular progress made by stalwarts like Bill Thurston.
Additionally, I will mention some recent progress in the field, along
with my forays.
This talk is a background lecture especially aimed at graduate students
for the talk Suraj Krishna will give the following Tuesday.